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ZACC (Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission) is facing serious internal accusations.
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Insiders claim the recruitment process is being manipulated through nepotism and corruption.
The Recruitment Process
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A large recruitment drive (Advert 1 of 2026) closed on March 2.
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It includes many strategic roles (e.g., managers, legal officers, investigators).
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Accusations say the process is not merit-based but is being rigged.
The Alleged Manipulation
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Interviews are described as a “mere formality” with decisions already made beforehand.
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Preferred candidate lists are reportedly compiled before interviews.
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These lists are allegedly circulated to committees and influential people before shortlisting.
Who Is Involved
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Zalerah Hazvineyi Makari (former MP, oversees HR) is at the center of the allegations.
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Preferred candidates are allegedly communicated through her department.
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Humphrey Magorimbo (General Manager of HR) is accused of conveying these instructions to panels.
The Impact on Staff
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Some committee members were told their “hands are tied” and they must follow orders from senior officials.
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About 35 candidates were shortlisted for 11 vacancies, but insiders claim the winners were already chosen.
Why This Matters
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ZACC’s job is to fight corruption, so its own hiring must be clean and credible.
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A corrupt process undermines public trust and the commission’s ability to do its job effectively.
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If the process is rigged, it allows patronage and nepotism to spread instead of stopping it.
