A recent payment of R1.1 billion to South African company Ren-Form CC for supplying election materials to Zimbabwe’s 2023 general elections has raised concerns of corruption and bribery after it was revealed that Zimbabwean businessman Wicknel Chivhayo received over R800 million from the deal.
The transaction has sparked intense scrutiny, with critics questioning the legitimacy of the payment and the involvement of Chivhayo, who has been embroiled in several controversies in the past.
The Zimbabwean government has been accused of lacking transparency in its procurement processes, and this latest development has further eroded public trust.
R1.1 billion payment was made to Ren-Form CC for the supply of election materials, including ballots, voting booths, and other essential equipment.
However, it is unclear what services or goods Chivhayo provided to warrant the massive payout of over R800 million as Ren-form CC denied any involvement with Chivhayo.
