To: Members of the Diaspora Investment Group and the Gambakwe Consortium
RE: FORMAL NOTICE REGARDING KARIBA PROPERTY, BREACHES OF COURT ORDERS, AND LIABILITY FOR DAMAGES
Dear Members,
I am writing to formally update you on the critical status of our Kariba property. It has become necessary to place on record the actions of Dr. Oscar Tapera and Ms. Unity Majarira, who have unilaterally assumed custody and operational control of the site, thereby acting in direct defiance of the High Court established governance and judicial directives.
Assumption of Custody and Breach of Court Orders
By unilaterally disrupting the management and security protocols previously in place, Dr. Oscar Tapera and Ms. Unity Majarira have effectively seized control of the premises. Furthermore, I must inform the membership that Dr. Tapera has engaged in behavior that directly violates the status quo mandates established by the courts. Specifically, he has attempted to form a separate group, outside the legal framework of the Gambakwe Consortium, and has proceeded to rename the property without authorization or consent. These actions are not only divisive but constitute a clear breach of the court orders which were intended to protect the Consortium’s assets.
Additionally, Dr. Tapera has engaged in persistent financial delinquency, specifically through his refusal to pay his consortium fees and monthly rates. He has also started collecting the consortium fees of other members and directed them to unknown activities starving the project of funding required for development. This failure to meet his obligations, coupled with the creation of an unauthorized separate entity, undermines the collective financial stability and legal standing of our investment.
Liability for Damages
Please be advised that on September 30, 2026, I served a formal notice upon Dr. Oscar Tapera regarding his liability for the property. I have clearly communicated to him that by taking unilateral executive action—specifically the issuance of the “Notice to Vacate” to the site caretaker—he has dismantled the security measures established for the protection of our investment.
I have notified Dr. Tapera of the following:
- Assumption of Responsibility: By actively dismantling the management and security structure, Dr. Tapera has assumed custody and control. Consequently, the legal and operational burden for the property’s safekeeping now rests with him and Ms. Majarira.
- Liability for Negligence: Any loss, theft, or damage to the site arising from its current lack of supervision is a direct consequence of their unilateral intervention. Dr. Tapera cannot unilaterally alter the security arrangements and subsequently claim a lack of accountability.
- Legal Consequences: I have formally advised him that should any theft or damage occur, I will hold him personally responsible and will seek damages against him in a court of law.
The High Court of Zimbabwe (Case No. HCH6938/22) issued a Consent Order on February 27, 2026, which mandated the establishment of a new legal entity, the Gambakwe Consortium, within 10 days to resolve the ongoing land dispute at Stand 1164, Kariba. Under the judgment, all named Plaintiffs and the First Defendant (Pardon Gambakwe) were recognized as members with equal shares, effectively setting aside previous cession agreements and directing that rights to the property be transferred to this newly created Consortium for future development, subdivision, and distribution of portions to members.
Regarding the status of other potential members, the Order focused on formalizing the Consortium for the parties explicitly named in the lawsuit; however, the subsequent implementation of this mandate has been complicated by internal disagreements—frequently addressed in Consortium meetings and correspondence—regarding the verification, inclusion, and financial standing of other individuals who contributed funds but were not party to the court case, leaving the Consortium’s newly established executive committee and constitution to determine the final status of these contributors through a required independent audit.
Timeline of Events
- August 1, 2026: I issued an urgent update to Dr. Tapera and the group regarding critical liabilities, including payroll for our site caretaker (Lynn) and an overdue water bill of $2,000.
- August 27, 2026: Dr. Tapera unilaterally issued a “Notice to Vacate” to the site caretaker without group consultation or authorization, effectively dismantling the property’s security.
- September 29, 2026: I informed the membership that due to the committee’s failure to meet payroll obligations, the caretaker departed, leaving the property entirely unsecured.
- September 29, 2026: Dr. Tapera responded claiming, “the committee is aware of the happenings in Kariba and has everything covered.”
- September 30, 2026: Dr. Tapera reversed his position, claiming he had no responsibility for the property, describing it as “vacant,” and attempting to disclaim accountability for the caretaker’s departure.
- September 30, 2026: I issued a formal legal notice to Dr. Tapera, refuting his claims, highlighting his liability for damages, and demanding he rectify the insecurity he has created.
Dr. Oscar Tapera and Ms. Unity Majarira are now the individuals in custody of the Kariba property. The membership must recognize that the responsibility for the security of this asset, and any resulting liability for its loss or damage, lies with them.
We must act collectively to ensure that our investment is protected from the ongoing mismanagement and unauthorized activities currently being directed by these individuals.
Regards,
Pardon Gambakwe
Founder (Gambakwe Media)
+27 68 526 7921
pgambakwe@gmail.com
