Administrative Assistant

Student Attachees: Retail (Bulawayo)

Student Attachees: ICT

Community Development Worker (Harare)

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Step User (Chihota)

Disability Inclusion Officer (Mudzi)

Lecturers

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Finance and Human Resources Manager

Software Engineer

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Workshop Operative

TFCA Programme Officer (Grade: D1)

Finance & Accounting Interns (Harare)

Actuarial Analyst

Creative Design Officer

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Howo Drivers (Hwange)

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ICT Enterprise Solutions Consultants (Harare)

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Entrepreneurship Skills Coordinator (Harare)

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DREAMS Data Collation Clerks x32

DREAMS District Mentor (Seke)

Young KP Field Officer (Seke)

DREAMS Program Nurses x10

Facility Priority Services (PMTCT/Paeds) Focal Person x50

No Means No Lead Trainers x12

Families Matter Program (FMP) Facilitators x16 (Nkayi)

Administrative Trainees x5 (Lupane)

Sport Development Officers (Harare)

Co-ordinator for Director Commercial (Harare)

Public and Media Relations Officer (Harare)

Business Development Officer (Harare)

Legal Officer (Harare)

Scholarship Opportunities

Part-Time Welder/ Fabricator (Harare)

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Part-Time Bookkeeper (Harare)

Accountant

Deputy Librarian

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Library Assistants x2 (Harare)

Security Guards x3 (Harare)

Digital Campaign Officer (Harare)

Risk Analyst (Harare)

Furniture Designer (Bulawayo)

3 Wheeler Van Salesman (Bulawayo)

Regional Finance And Administration Assistant x4 (Harare, Mutare, Bulawayo & Gweru)

Homebased RGN (Harare)

DHIS2 Specialist (Tsholotsho)

Database Modeller (Bubi)

Provincial ICT Intern x3 (Tsholotsho)

Systems Support Specialist (Lupane)

Systems Engineer

Economic Strengthening and Household Officer x5

No Means No Officer (Bulawayo)

District Team Leader and Clinical Services and Mentorship Officer

Education, Parenting, and In-School Officers x5

GBV, RBM, and Child Protection Officers x5

HIV Prevention and ASRH Officer

Clinical Services and Mentorship Coordinator (Bulawayo)

GBV, Child Protection and Key Populations Coordinator (Bulawayo)

Strategic Information Officer (Bulawayo)

Data Officer (Bulawayo)

HIV Prevention and Adolescent Sexual Reproductive Health Coordinator (Bulawayo)

Branch Managers (Kadoma & Shurugwi)

Products & Research Officer

Lecturer/senior Lecturer/associate Professor/ Professor: Department Of Agribusiness And Management

Livestock Technician

Lecturer/ Senior Lecturer/ Associate Professor/ Professor: Soil Biology And Fertility

Lecturer/ Senior Lecturer/ Associate Professor/ Professor In Ndebele

Sports Director

Catering And Accommodation Manager

Internal Auditor

Chief Security Officer

Director, Information And Communication Technology

Attachees (Harare)

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Branch Manager (Chiredzi)

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Medical Laboratory Scientist (Bindura)

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Trainee Parts Picker

Cook Or Chef (Harare)

Graduate Trainee: Management (Harare)

Fabricator/ Boiler Maker Class 1: Contract (Mutare)

Maintenance Fitter: Contract (Mutare )

The South African Revenue Services (SARS) recently fixed a technical glitch that had seen transporters of commercial cargo face long delays at the <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Beitbridge/">Beitbridge Border Post</a>.
SARS spokesperson, Mr Siphithi Sibeko, yesterday said they were working on ensuring a flawless passage for traffic. He said:
<blockquote>
 You will note that we don’t have a major challenge besides the fact that our online system is a little slower.
However, we are working on it and things will get better in the shortest possible time.
</blockquote>
The delays occur a few months after SARS officials went on strike demanding a 12% pay rise, while their employer offered to review salaries by 1.7%, resulting in a stalemate. However, negotiations between the employees and the revenue collector later resolved the matter. 
Slow-moving queues of freight trucks had become a common occurrence on the Zimbabwean side of the border, but following the upgrade of the Beitbridge Border Post, Zimbabwe no longer causes any delays to transporters of commercial cargo. The Zimbabwean side has been clearing an average of 900 trucks daily since the transformation of the border post.
Zimborders Consortium, responsible for managing the facility under a Build Operate Transfer (BOT) concession with the government, aims to clear at least 80% of freight within three hours by the second quarter of next year.
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SARS Fixes Technical Glitch Causing Delays At Beitbridge Border Post

We retract the article titled “<a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/2023/06/20/zimra-loses-tax-records-dating-back-to-6-years-ago-report/">ZIMRA Loses Tax Records Dating Back To 6 Years Ago</a>” published on June 20, 2023, and apologise to our readers and ZIMRA for any misinformation caused. The article reported that the Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA) had lost tax records dating back six years, which raised concerns over potential revenue leakages and tax evasion.
However, <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/2023/06/21/zimra-has-refuted-claims-that-it-lost-tax-records-dating-back-six-years/">ZIMRA has since denied</a> those claims and stated that they have not experienced any system failure or hacking of their servers. We have received a statement from ZIMRA denying the claims that they lost tax records due to a system crash or hacking of servers. ZIMRA stated that the request for information from clients is for the purpose of updating taxpayer records due to changes in contact details, physical or email addresses, public officers, tax accountants, or missing information. They are also migrating client data onto their new Tax and Revenue Management System (TaRMS) to enhance efficiency and simplify business processes through automation. ZIMRA encourages all taxpayers to update their master data information to ensure effective communication.
We regret any inconvenience caused and acknowledge that the previous article was not accurate. 
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RETRACTION Of Article Titled "ZIMRA Loses Tax Records Dating Back To 6 Years Ago"

The <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Zimbabwe_Revenue_Authority/">Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA)</a> has reportedly lost tax records dating back to six years ago, raising concerns over potential revenue leakages and tax evasion. It is speculated that the records may have been lost due to a server crash or a lack of a reliable backup system.
ZIMRA has requested its clients to resubmit their Pay as You Earn (PAYE) P2 forms, Value Added Tax (VAT), and Income Tax (ITC) records stretching to 2017, citing them as “outstanding”, although some clients claim to have already submitted the records.
Zimbabwe heavily relies on taxation to fund the fiscus, with taxes contributing 97.6% to government revenue in 2022.
<a href="https://newshubzim.co.zw/2023/06/20/zimra-loses-tax-records/">NewsHub’s Sofia Mapuranga</a> reports that ZIMRA’s head of communications, Gladman Njanji, did not respond to questions. Another official in the same department, Francis Chimhanda, requested the questions in writing but did not respond despite repeated reminders.
Economist Prosper Chitambara allayed fears over the possibility of financial losses due to the systems crash, stating that many companies are likely up to date with their tax records, so the impact on the state would not be significant.
The loss of tax records has raised concerns that current tax evaders may take advantage, resulting in significant revenue leaks. Zimra has admitted that tax evasion is limiting its revenue collection efforts. In 2021, Global Financial Integrity reported that Zimbabwe lost US$1 billion through under-invoicing in the past decade. The Zimra commissioner general, Regina Chinamasa, has also acknowledged that fraudulent conduct has resulted in the state being prejudiced of taxes and levies.
A consultant handling the financial services of over five companies has expressed concern over the risk of firms indicating arbitrary figures to satisfy compliance, potentially prejudicing the state. Tax-related corruption, such as direct tax evasion and under-declaration, is common in Zimbabwe.
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ZIMRA Lost Tax Records Triggering Fears Of Revenue Leaks And Tax Evasion

The <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Zimbabwe_Anti-Corruption_Commission/">Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission (ZACC)</a> has arrested many car dealers in Harare and other areas for importing vehicles using fake civil service rebate letters. ZACC in conjunction with the <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Zimbabwe_Revenue_Authority/">Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA)</a> have seized 36 vehicles in an operation initiated to prevent the misuse of tax rebates granted to civil servants by the government to import vehicles duty-free.
The corruption begins with civil servants importing vehicles for others and charging a fee of up to US$1,500, while the vehicles remain registered in the civil servant’s name but driven by someone else, according to The Herald.
ZACC and ZIMRA are conducting joint investigations with the Criminal Investigations Department (CID). 
The abuse of government rebates has defrauded the State of revenue and resulted in duty-free cars being sold, while some of the saved duty ends up with civil servants. The rebate conditions require that the state employee have a valid driver’s license, serve for at least ten years, and import only one car every five years depending on their grade.
According to the National Anti-Corruption Commission Strategy sub-committee 2 report presented last week, investigations into the misuse of Government rebates are still in progress and huge successes are being registered.
In May 2022, Zimbabwe’s Finance and Economic Development Minister, Professor Mthuli Ncube, set a range of US$3,500 to US$10,000 for deputy directors and below, while MPs were allowed to import two duty-free vehicles during their five-year term, with a maximum value of US$60,000 for the second vehicle. The regulations apply to all members of the National Assembly, Senators, the Speaker of the National Assembly, and the President of the Senate and their deputies. The imported vehicles must be less than 10 years old and can be procured using a loan or personal resources. The rebate does not apply to senior civil servants issued with a condition of service motor vehicle or under disciplinary proceedings.
Despite the government’s duty-free vehicle policy for civil servants, most of them are unable to purchase vehicles due to their meagre salaries. Consequently, some individuals have viewed the policy as an opportunity to generate additional income for themselves.
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ZACC Arrests Car Dealers Using Civil Servants To Import Vehicles Duty-free

The <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Zimbabwe_Revenue_Authority/">Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA)</a> has issued a public notice, warning members of the public to be vigilant about individuals posing as ZIMRA officials. The fraudsters, who identify themselves as <a class="MarkdownLink_linkifiedLink__KxC9G">tax auditors</a>, use various names and tactics to solicit bribes from unsuspecting clients.
ZIMRA has advised its clients to be cautious and to avoid falling for these criminal demands. The statement outlines that all ZIMRA tax auditors approach clients in pairs, wear ZIMRA uniforms, and carry valid staff identity cards. Clients are also reminded that <a class="MarkdownLink_linkifiedLink__KxC9G">ZIMRA tax</a> auditors never ask for cash deposits into personal bank accounts. In a statement seen by Pindula News, ZIMRA also said all financial transactions between ZIMRA and clients are done through ZIMRA bank accounts. Reads the notice:
<blockquote>
<h3>PUBLIC NOTICE SECURITY ALERT- BOGUS ZIMRA OFFICIALS ON A PROWL</h3>
The Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA) wishes to advise its valued clients, members of staff and the public in general to be on the lookout for fraudsters posing as ZIMRA officials. The fraudsters masquerading as tax auditors use various names such as, Tigere, Takura, F. Mushonga, Sirnbarashe Bizah, Phillip Makumbe, Tonderai Makumbe, Mamvura, D. Musakwa, B. Masango, Chibungu, Kunaka, Mamure, Ncube, Shumba and Chikodzonge.
The bogus tax auditors randomly change names. When they meet resistance from clients, they become evasive and threaten them with unspecified actions. It has been observed that they are in the habit of sending SMSs and call taxpayers announcing their intention to conduct tax audits. Subsequently, they solicit bribes from unsuspecting clients so as not to have their tax accounts audited.
ZIMRA clients are advised to be wary of such fraudsters and to avoid falling for their criminal demands. Clients are encouraged to be aware, that: 
• ZIMRA is not associated with and has no links with the bogus tax auditors masquerading as ZIMRA officials. 
• All ZIMRA tax auditors approach clients in pairs, clad in ZIMRA uniforms and carry with them valid staff identity cards. 
• When on duty, all ZIMRA tax auditors do not ask for cash or any form of monetary deposits into their personal bank accounts nor cash. 
• All financial transactions between ZIMRA and clients are done through ZIMRA bank accounts. 
• ZIMRA clients should not be intimidated into unnecessarily parting with their money or any other material things through actions of the bogus ZIMRA tax auditors.
Anyone who has been approached by the fraudsters should immediately report to nearest Zimbabwe Republic Police station, nearest ZIMRA Offices, ZIMRA liaison officers, or contact ZIMRA as follows:
General lines : 0242758891-5 Call centre 08688007614 Econet toll free 0808190 Telecel toll free 0732880880 Netone toll free 0814880 WhatsApp 0712790972/0772135690 SMS 0712790972 Email webmaster@zimra.co.zw or pr@zimra.co.zw
</blockquote>
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Zimbabwe Revenue Authority Warns Of Bogus Officials Posing As ZIMRA Representatives

Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA) has announced that it <a class="MarkdownLink_linkifiedLink__KxC9G">suspended services</a> at ZIMRA Kurima House in Harare on 16 May 2023 due to plumbing challenges resulting in leakages.
ZIMRA is working to restore normalcy by 17 May 2023 and regrets any inconvenience caused to its clients, stakeholders and the public. In a statement seen by Pindula News, ZIMRA said:
<blockquote>
SUSPENSION OF SERVICES AT ZIMRA KURIMA HOUSE
The Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA) would like to advise its valued clients, stakeholders and the public that it has suspended services at ZIMRA Kurima House in Harare today 16 May 2023.
This has been necessitated by plumbing challenges resulting in leakages in the building. The Authority is working round the clock to restore normalcy by 17 May 2023. Any inconvenience caused is sincerely regretted.
In the meantime, clients are encouraged to get in touch with ZIMRA through the contact details below:
08688007614 
@ZIMRA_11 
+263 78 272 9862
contactcentre@zimra.co.zw
0242 758891/5; 790813; 790814; 781345; 751624; 752731 
e-TIP http://ecustoms.zimra.co.zw/etip
</blockquote>
The <a class="MarkdownLink_linkifiedLink__KxC9G">Zimbabwe Revenue</a> Authority (ZIMRA) is a government agency responsible for the administration and collection of taxes, <a class="MarkdownLink_linkifiedLink__KxC9G">customs duties</a>, and other <a class="MarkdownLink_linkifiedLink__KxC9G">revenue streams</a> in Zimbabwe.
ZIMRA was established in 2001 through the amalgamation of the Department of Taxes and the Department of Customs and Excise. The agency is responsible for enforcing tax laws, facilitating trade, and promoting compliance with tax regulations. ZIMRA operates at various ports of entry and exit, including airports, seaports, and <a class="MarkdownLink_linkifiedLink__KxC9G">border posts</a>.
The agency also provides taxpayer education and <a class="MarkdownLink_linkifiedLink__KxC9G">outreach programs</a> to inform the public about tax policies and regulations. ZIMRA plays a critical role in the <a class="MarkdownLink_linkifiedLink__KxC9G">Zimbabwean economy</a>, contributing a significant portion of the country’s revenue.
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ZIMRA Suspends Services At Kurima House Due To Plumbing Issues

President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s spokesman <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/George_Charamba">George Charamba</a> has threatened to jail journalists for reporting findings of <a href="https://zero.pindula.co.zw/watch-episode-01-of-al-jazeeras-gold-mafia/">Gold Mafia a documentary by Al Jazeera which exposes gold smuggling operations in Zimbabwe</a>.
In a Twitter post seen by Pindula News, Charamba said the documentary is defamatory. He said:
<blockquote>
FRIENDLY ADVICE TO ALL RECKLESS JOURNALISTS: Al-Jazeera is not a court of law before whose claims impart privileges to defamatory utterances. It is merely some weaponised channel. If you are reckless enough to repeat what its phoney documentary defamatorily says, hoping to plead:
“I heard/saw it on Al Jazeera”, you will be sorry for yourself. Do not for once think there is no grit to act against reckless, defamatory and politically motivated journalism. Faceless Twitter names egging you on will not be a factor when brickbats come. Be warned!
</blockquote>
 Al Jazeera released the <a href="https://zero.pindula.co.zw/watch-episode-01-of-al-jazeeras-gold-mafia/">first episode</a> of the documentary titled Gold Mafia on Thursday last week.
The documentary implicates <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Henrietta_Rushwaya">Henrietta Rushwaya</a> (the president of the Zimbabwe Miners Federation), <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Uebert_Angel">Uebert Angel</a> (the presidential ambassador at large to the Americas and Europe), <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Simon_Rudland">Simon Rudland</a> (the owner of Gold Leaf Tobacco), Lamkesh Pattni (the owner of Suzan General Trading – a jewellery shop), Fidelity Printers and Refineries and the Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA).
The documentary notes that there is a network of individuals who are exporting gold from Zimbabwe in exchange for dirty money from abroad. The money is then cleaned in Zimbabwe. This is said to be a move to bust sanctions imposed on Zimbabwe.
Rushwaya is said to be the one cleaning the dirty money.
Lamkesh Pattni, on the other hand, is allegedly <a href="https://zero.pindula.co.zw/accountant-reveals-how-kamlesh-pattni-is-duping-zimbabwe-gold-mafia/">siphoning cash from Zimbabwe</a> in connivance with ZIMRA officials instead of bringing it from gold and jewellery proceeds. 
Smuggling in Zimbabwe:
Smuggling is a big problem in Zimbabwe, and it is hurting the country’s economy. 
The country is losing billions of dollars because of the illegal trade of goods like gold, tobacco, fuel, and diamonds. 
The government estimates <a href="https://zero.pindula.co.zw/zim-last-year-lost-30-34t-of-gold-through-smuggling/">that $1.5 billion</a> is lost each year due to gold smuggling and $300 million due to tobacco smuggling. Fuel shortages have also contributed to smuggling, which results in the loss of revenue for the government. 
Smuggling creates an uneven playing field for legitimate businesses and can increase crime and corruption. 
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George Charamba Has Threatened To Jail Journalists Over Al Jazeera Documentary

The <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Zimbabwe_Revenue_Authority">Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA)</a> has announced the exchange rates for the purposes of income tax in 2023. 
In a notice seen by Pindula News, ZIMRA said the exchange rates for income tax for the second to the fourth quarter of 2023 will be announced in due course. Read the notice:
<blockquote>
<h2>2023 EXCHANGE RATES FOR INCOME TAX PURPOSES</h2>
Section 37AA of the Income Tax Act [Chapter 23:06] requires taxpayers to submit separate returns where any part of income from trade or investment is earned in foreign currency.
The mentioned section indicates that for the purposes of conversion of allowable deductions exchange rates be used as follows —
(a) in the case of a person making Quarterly payments of Provisional Tax, of use the average auction rate of exchange during the quarter concerned;
For the First Quarter 2023, the average exchange rate is as follows:
<h2>AVERAGE AUCTION RATE OF EXCHANGE DURING THE QUARTER </h2>
QI 2023……………….. 808.709 
Q2 2023 ……………….. TBA 
Q3 2023……………….. TBA 
Q4 2023 ……………….. TBA
</blockquote>
ZIMRA could not give exchange rates for the second to the fourth quarter since the Zimbabwean dollar has had a history of instability since the early 2000s. 
The government tried to stabilize the economy with currency reforms, but they were not successful. In 2009, Zimbabwe officially abandoned its currency and switched to using foreign currencies. 
The government reintroduced the Zimbabwean dollar in 2019 but it is facing similar problems due to economic challenges and inflation. Many people and businesses prefer using foreign currencies or other forms of exchange.
<h2>Income Tax in Zimbabwe:</h2>
Income tax in Zimbabwe is a tax levied on individuals and companies by the Zimbabwe Revenue Authority. Individuals are taxed on a sliding scale based on their income, while companies are taxed at a flat rate of 24%. It’s always advisable to consult with a tax professional for up-to-date information on Zimbabwe’s tax laws.
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ZIMRA Announces 2023 Exchange Rates For Income Tax Purposes

The <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Zimbabwe_Revenue_Authority">Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA</a>) has issued a notice on the creation of forex business partner numbers that will be used for the processing of forex returns. In a statement seen by Pindula News, ZIMRA said the current notice replaces Public Notice number 68 of 2022 issued on 1 November 2022. Read the statement:
<blockquote>
<h2>PUBLIC NOTICE: CREATION OF FOREX BUSINESS PARTNER NUMBERS</h2>
The Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA), wishes to advise its valued taxpayers that Finance Act No. 8 of 2022 inserted Section 37AA to the Income Tax Act [Chapter 23:06] which provides for the submission of separate tax returns where any part of income from trade or investment is earned in foreign currency. In light of the above requirement ZIMRA advises as follows:
<h2>1 ) Creation of Forex BP numbers</h2>
ZIMRA has introduced a separate business partner (BP) number that will be used for processing of forex returns. The forex BP number has 9 digits prefixed by a 3 instead of a 2 for ZWL e.g. 300000001 and will have the same contract accounts that the taxpayer is registered under the ZWL BP number. Taxpayers will be expected to submit all the forex returns and make forex tax payments through this new forex BP and applicable contract account number. si The ZWL BP number will remain in use for the submission of ZWL returns and the tax payments thereof.
The Authority has automatically created the forex BP numbers and respective contract accounts for taxpayers with ZWL BP numbers and these will be emailed, by respective Regional Managers, to taxpayers using email addresses already captured in the ZIMRA master . . data. Taxpayers who do not have a ZWL BP number should follow the normal BP registration process.
<h2>2) Master data Update </h2>
Taxpayers should ensure that their information availed and captured in the ZIMRA database is up to date. Master data includes email addresses, forex and ZWL bank details, title, name, physical address, contact numbers and public officer. Every taxpayer who is registered by ZIMRA whose basic taxpayer data has become obsolete due to changes in circumstances of the taxpayer, must update the changes using the Rev 2 Form which is available for download from the ZIMRA website (www.zimra.co.zw).
<h2>3) Effective dates for submission of separate returns</h2>
The effective date for submission of two separate returns, where tax is payable in both local and foreign currency, are as follows:
⇒ 1 January 2022 for the year of assessment ending 31 December 2022 for income tax. 
⇒ 1 December 2022 for all the other tax heads. 
<h2>4) Computation of Taxable income from trade and investments </h2>
In computing provisional tax payable on QPDs, taxpayers should apply the quarterly average auction rate of exchange to convert allowable expenditure to either local or foreign currency. Balances brought forward from the 2021 year of assessment (e.g. trading stock, income tax values of assets, assessed losses) should be claimed against local currency income except where the Commissioner has approved otherwise.
This notice replaces Public Ilotice number 68 of 2022 issued on 1 November 2022.
</blockquote>
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FT: ZIMRA Issues Update On Tax In Foreign Currency

The Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA) has warned stakeholders of anticipated delays at the Plumtree Border Post. In a notice seen by Pindula News, the authority says the anticipated delays can be triggered by the installation of automatic rapid high-speed boom barriers. Reads the notice:
<blockquote>
<h2>ANTICIPATED DELAYS AT PLUMTREE BORDER POST DUE TO INSTALLATION OF THE AUTOMATIC RAPID HIGH-SPEED BOOM BARRIER FROM 17th NOVEMBER 2022.</h2>
The Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA) wishes to advise all travellers, importers, exporters, transporters, clearing agents and the general public of installation of automatic rapid high-speed boom barriers at Plumtree Border Post. The installation is expected to kick off this week and the construction works are likely to affect the border post’s traffic handling capacity and cause some delays in traffic movement. 
There will be staggered closure of both the East and West bound traffic lanes and subsequent reduction of working and parking space. The trading public is advised that the reduction in capacity may result in congestion and delays in the effective passage of traffic, both out and in-bound. The delays are projected to last for two weeks from beginning of the project during which period the installation work is expected to be completed. 
The Authority regrets any inconvenience caused to all our clients transacting through Plumtree Border Post, nonetheless, we believe that this project is necessary as it will go a long way in creating efficient and effective traffic management for all stakeholders. 
In the meantime, stakeholders are encouraged to engage the Authority through the available various communication channels should they encounter challenges during this period. ZIMRA remains committed to minimising delays that may be experienced.
</blockquote>
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ZIMRA Warns Of Anticipated Delays At Plumtree Border Post

The <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Zimbabwe_Revenue_Authority">Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA)</a> has advised that importers of goods whose duties are ordinarily payable in local currency now have the option to pay duty in foreign currency. In a notice seen by Pindula News, ZIMWA said the development was made possible by the amendment of section 115 of the Customs and Excise Act (Chapter 23:02) following the promulgation of Finance Act No 8 of 2022. Reads the notice:
<blockquote>
<h2>PUBLIC NOTICE: PAYMENT OF DUTY IN FOREIGN CURRENCY ON NON-DESIGNATED GOODS</h2>
The Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA) wishes to advise all valued clients that following the promulgation of Finance Act No 8 of 2022, section 115 of the Customs and Excise Act (Chapter 23:02) has been amended to give importers of non-designated goods (whose duties are ordinarily payable in local currency) an option to pay duty in foreign currency.
Currently, our system is being configured to register declarations (bills of entry) that enable payment of duty on non-designated goods in foreign currency. In the meantime, while our ICT department is working on configuration of our ASYCUDA system, the following measures have been taken to assist clients and to facilitate trade:
Clearance of consignments of non-designated goods for which importers opt to pay duty in foreign currency shall be done through lodgment of manual bills of entry and the following procedure shall be adopted.
• The importer or clearing agent shall apply to the Shift Manager/Station Manager to lodge a manual bill of entry. 
• When authority to lodge the manual bill entry has been granted, the importer or clearing agent shall submit the manual bill of entry and supporting documents for processing in the usual manner.
NB: Please note that this is a temporary measure meant to facilitate trade that will end upon successful configuration of the system.
</blockquote>
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ZIMRA Speaks On Payment Of Duty In Foreign Currency For Non-designated Goods

The Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA) has advised stakeholders that the traffic build-up at the Forbes Border Post results from a huge surge of outbound and inbound trucks. In a statement seen by Pindula News, the authority said measures are being taken to ensure clearance of traffic. Reads the statement:
<blockquote>
<h2>TRAFFIC BUILD-UP AT FORBES BORDER POST</h2>
The Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA) wishes to advise its valued stakeholders that Forbes Border Post is currently experiencing traffic build-up due to a huge surge of outbound and inbound trucks.
The inbound trucks are mainly transporting agricultural inputs and other commercial products for the festive season while the outbound trucks are carrying exports from our country and other consignments from countries in the north. Due to the short distance between Beira in Mozambique and the Chirundu One Stop Border Post, countries in the north now tend to prefer Forbes Border Post for their exports and imports destined for and from the eastern markets.
The current traffic build-up at Forbes Border Post is however under control and measures have been activated to ensure speedy clearance of outbound and inbound traffic.
ZIMRA remains committed to the facilitation of trade and travel. 
For more details, stakeholders may contact the following with regards to the above matter: 
C. Marekera – 0712424745; C. Chaukura – 0772110234 and S. Barangwe – 0772286341. 
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ZIMRA Gives An Update On Traffic Build-up At Forbes Border Post

The Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA) Friday announced plans to sell nearly 50 impounded and unclaimed vehicles including top-of-the-range models that have been stuck at its depots for as much as 13 years.
In the latest government gazette, ZIMRA Commissioner-General Regina Chinamasa said the vehicles would be auctioned if they remained unclaimed within 30 days. Chinamasa said:
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Notice is hereby given in terms of section 193(11) of the Customs and Excise Act [Chapter 23:02], that the following goods that are specified in the schedule below have been seized/detained and will be dealt with in terms of section 193(13) of the Customs and Excise Act [Chapter 23:02] if proceedings are not instituted in terms of section 193(12) of the Customs and Excise Act [Chapter 23:02].
The owners of these goods are unknown and the goods will be sold if not claimed within thirty days of publication of this notice.
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According to the list, 37 of the vehicles are at Manica Depot in Beitbridge while 11 are at Harare’s Bak Storage container. 
In terms of section 193 of the Act, any person from whom the properties have been seized may institute proceedings for the recovery of the property within three months. After the elapse of the three-month grace period, no such proceedings may be instituted.
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ZIMRA To Auction About 50 Impounded And Unclaimed Vehicles

The Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA) says it is working on resolving challenges being faced by clearing agents to enable them to successfully lodge their electronic applications for 2023 licences.
In a statement seen by Pindula News, ZIMRA said they had come up with interim measures to address the plight of agents failing to lodge applications for renewal due to system challenges. Read the statement:
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<h2>RENEWAL OF CLEARING AGENTS’ LICENSES FOR 2023: INTERIM MEASURES TO ADDRESS THE PLIGHT OF AGENTS FAILING TO LODGE APPLICATIONS FOR RENEWAL DUE TO SYSTEM CHALLENGES</h2>
The Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA) wishes to remind all registered Customs Clearing Agents that the Authority is aware of the challenges faced by some clearing agents regarding applications for the renewal of clearing agents’ licenses for the year 2023 during the renewal period that opened from 01 September 2022 to 31 October 2022.
The Authority’s Information and Communication (ICT) Division is working flat out to resolve these challenges to enable the affected agents to successfully lodge their electronic applications. The Commissioner would like to advise affected agents that in view of the foregoing, the renewal window has been extended to 30 November 2022 to enable all affected agents an opportunity to lodge their applications once the system challenges have been resolved. Beyond 31 December 2022, the Authority has put in place arrangements to ensure that the affected agents will still be able to transact should the challenges remain unresolved.
Please note that this consideration has been put in place to cater ONLY for those agents that are currently failing to access the licensing platform due to the noted system challenges.
Applications for clearing agents who failed to finalise outstanding issues not affected by any system challenge beyond 31 October 2022 will still be accepted for possible consideration of extension of the window on merit under a separate arrangement.
SUPPORT TEAM
The Agents Bond National Team members listed below will be available to assist all agents where they experience challenges during normal working hours: G. Chirapa 0772126950, M. Machekanyanga 0719556779 &amp; Z. Damiso 0719379969.
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ZIMRA Announces Measures To Rectify Issues Facing Clearing Agents Applying For 2023 Licences

Security agents implementing an operation dubbed “No to Cross border Crimes” Thursday intercepted copper cables worth around US$100 000 that were being smuggled to South Africa. 
The <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Zimbabwe_Energy_Distribution_and_Transmission_Company">Zimbabwe Electricity Transmission and Distribution Company (ZETDC)</a> and the <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/National_Railways_of_Zimbabwe">National Railways of Zimbabwe (NRZ)</a> have positively identified part of the recovered cables as theirs.
The police are yet to make arrests after the driver of the truck that was carrying the cables fled upon sensing that he had been detected by intelligence officials at the <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Beitbridge">Beitbridge Border Post.</a>
Team leader, Chief Superintendent Bekezela Ndlovu said intensive investigations into the matter were underway. She told <a href="https://www.chronicle.co.zw/trucker-transporting-us100-000-stolen-zesa-cables-flees-from-police-at-border/">Chronicle:</a>
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We are yet to make any arrests and our intelligence officers are firm on the ground following up on the case.
Initial indications are that our officers reacted to a tip off and swooped on a South African bound commercial truck at the border.
Unfortunately, the truck driver escaped before they could get to him and we have leads and are looking for him.
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Ndlovu said following a physical examination, it was discovered that the truck was laden with nearly 5 tonnes of copper cables with a street value of US$97 400.
She said the copper cables, copper scrap, used cans consignment, the horse and trailer had been seized and handed over to the <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Zimbabwe_Revenue_Authority">Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA).</a>
Ndlovu said they had deployed enough manpower and discovered the methods some criminals are using to smuggle goods in and out of the country. 
She said police had also busted a number of warehouses around Beitbridge town which were being used to store smuggled goods from South Africa.
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Beitbridge: Security Intercept US$100K Worth Of Copper Cables Being Smuggled To South Africa

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<div data-testid="tweetText" dir="auto" lang="en">President Emmerson Mnangagwa has been urged to deal with “corrupt” Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA) officials stationed at the Beitbridge Border Post.</div>
<div data-testid="tweetText" dir="auto" lang="en">This was after the motorist had experienced delays at the border which he said were meant to frustrate travellers thereby forcing them to resort to paying bribes to fast-track the clearance process. The motorist whose Twitter username is Brian Vahombe narrated his ordeal: </div>
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<div data-testid="tweetText" dir="auto" lang="en">On Thursday, the 1st of September 2022, I drove to Zimbabwe from SA via Beitbridge. President Mnangagwa has Built a World Class Infrastructure, but ZIMRA TIP (Temporary Import Permits) guys are Seriously De-campaigning the President’s hard work</div>
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<div data-testid="tweetText" dir="auto" lang="en">Other Departments such as Immigration, ZimBoarders, VID, etc are working perfectly, but ZIMRA
is doing a De-service to the 2nd Republic. Out of more than 5 ZIMRA Counters for TIP, only 1 counter had an attendant </div>
<div data-testid="tweetText" dir="auto" lang="en">Despite the fact that TIP process is now done online, the ZIMRA attendant could only assist 3 to 4 people in an hour &amp; there were several ZIMRA guys that were sitting behind the counters doing absolutely nothing. </div>
<div data-testid="tweetText" dir="auto" lang="en">It boggled my mind: What is the reason to have more than 5 Counters for ZIMRA TIP when there is only 1 attendant? What is the reason to have an online ZIMRA TIP system, if an attendant can only assist 3 to 4 people in an hour? </div>
<div data-testid="tweetText" dir="auto" lang="en">From my own observation, I realized that it is a trick which is used by ZIMRA to frustrate people, so that people can end up paying bribes to expedite the process. I advise President Mnangagwa to deal with the ZIMRA TIP issue as a matter of urgency</div>
<div data-testid="tweetText" dir="auto" lang="en">President Mnangagwa’s mantra &amp; government policy, “Zimbabwe is Open for Business” is seriously under siege &amp; it is being sabotaged by ZIMRA TIP guys. I saw Tourists &amp; other drivers Furious &amp; Frustrated by the ZIMRA TIP service. It’s a MESS.</div>
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<h2>Zimra apologised to the motorist saying:</h2>
Good day @BrianVahombe1 we apologise for the service you got, as ZIMRA we strive to improve our service at every level and we value your feedback, we have since escalated the issue and we will soon see an improvement.</div>
<h2>The motorist responded:</h2>
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<div>Thank you very much for your response, I really appreciate it. However, to improve the ZIMRA TIP services &amp; avoid corruption at the Beitbridge border, I suggest the following:</div>
<div>1. The TIP system must be FULLY Automated &amp; human intervention MUST Only come in when collecting cash. People MUST only queue when they are paying for their TIP &amp; collecting their TIP printout &amp; not queuing for the process which they have done ONLINE. IT DOESN’T MAKE SENSE. The queuing numbering system must be generated automatically when the driver puts his/her details online. </div>
<div>2. ZIMRA Beitbridge MUST FIRE the security company that is controlling the queue. This is because the security is the one that is Fuelling Corruption by taking bribes from the Touts that are Mushrooming outside the Beitbridge Boarder offices. </div>
<div>3. The security company that is controlling the queue at ZIMRA TIP section must be replaced by an Automatic numbering system like the one used in BANKS &amp; people will be called &amp; served according to their numbers. The queuing number must be generated together with the ref number.</div>
<div>4. Beitbridge ZIMRA Counters at the TIP section MUST have attendants or attendees at all times. This will show seriousness on ZIMRA’s path &amp; it will also show that ZIMRA you are ready to serve people with the efficiency that is expected of you.</div>
<div>5. President Mnangagwa built a World Class Infrastructure for departments such as ZIMRA to provide a World Class service to the public. </div>
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<div>The motorist also urged the ZIMRA Beitbridge TIP section to “Stop Corruption and Stop Frustrating Travellers,” saying that corruption was a De-service to the 2nd Republic. </div>
<div>ZIMRA issues a <a href="https://www.zimra.co.zw/news/2117:understanding-temporary-importation-permit-tip-for-visitors-vehicles-3#:~:text=Conditions%20governing%20TIP&amp;text=In%20the%20event%20of%20extended,of%20carbon%20tax%20and%20insurance.&amp;text=In%20the%20case%20of%20a,the%20nearest%20ZIMRA%20office%20immediately.">Temporary Import Permit (TIP)</a> to a visitor to Zimbabwe bringing in a foreign registered private vehicle upon entry into Zimbabwe.</div>
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Frustrated Motorist Tells Mnangagwa To Deal With Corrupt ZIMRA Officials At Beitbridge Border

<a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Regina_Chinamasa">Regina Chinamasa</a> has been appointed as the substantive commissioner-general of the Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA). 
She has been Acting Commissioner-General from February 1 this year after her appointment on the 31st of January 2022. Chinamasa was taking over from <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Rameck_Masaire">Rameck Masaire</a> who retired.
A Commissioner for Revenue Assurance, Chinamasa is credited for introducing various processes that are plugging revenue leakages through modern investigative and compliance systems.
She joined the Investigation Division of ZIMRA at its inception in 2001.
Meanwhile, Misheck Govha was appointed substantive commissioner of Domestic Taxes.
 Ethel Chitanda was appointed ZIMRA director of finance.
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Regina Chinamasa Has Been Appointed Substantive ZIMRA Commissioner-general

The Zimbabwe National Statistics Agency (ZIMSTAT) has released the latest trade statistics which show that the value of exports in June this year surpassed the value recorded in May.
ZIMSTAT said the value of total exports in June 2022 was US$666.6 million, signifying an increase of 29.9% from total export earnings of US$513.1 million in May 2022. 
Meanwhile, imports increased by 4.9% to US$750.5 million in June 2022, from US$715.7 million in May the same year
In June, the agency reported that the value of total exports in April 2022 was US$587.3 million, signifying an increase of 5.3% from total export earnings of US$557.6 million in March 2022.
The agency also announced that during the same period, imports decreased by 10.7% to US$637.2 million from US$713.8 million in March 2022.
ZIMSTAT produces the monthly summary of External Trade Statistics report using data on merchandise statistics from the <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Zimbabwe_Revenue_Authority">Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA)</a> and secondary statistics from companies and trade organizations.
Zimbabwe’s major imports are mineral fuels, mineral oil products, vehicles, electrical machinery, plastics, cereals mostly rice, animal and vegetable oils and fats, pharmaceuticals, paper and paper products, and fertilizers.
South Africa, Singapore, China, and India have over the years been Zimbabwe’s biggest trading partners with Zimbabwe importing more than its counterparts since its local industry is collapsed.
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ZIMSTAT Says Zimbabwe's Exports Increased In June 2022

The <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Zimbabwe_Revenue_Authority">Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA)</a> says companies missed the target for the quarter by 17.8% due to depressed economic performance and the negative impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Companies are some of the major contributors to revenue to the national purse.
The tax collector got $43.654 billion from companies against a target of $53.092 billion.
In a revenue performance report for the second quarter which ended June 30 2022, ZIMRA acting Commissioner-General Regina Chinamasa said the authority would continue to enforce compliance to improve the performance of the revenue head. Said Chinamasa:
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Companies missed the target by 17.78%. Most companies are still depressed and struggling to recover from the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Gross revenue collections for the quarter amounted to $332.26 billion against a set target of $193.75 billion, which translates to 71, 49% positive variance. Net collections were $316.81 billion after deducting refunds of $15.46 billion.
This gives a positive variance of 63.51% against the target.
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In the same period last year, $106.64 billion was realised, showing that nominal and real net revenue collections grew by 197.09% and 23,83%, respectively.
Statistics from ZIMRA show that all other revenue streams besides that of companies surpassed the set targets in the second quarter.
The positive variance on Vat on local sales of 39,19% is attributed to high inflation which augmented the positive performance of this tax head.
Chinamasa also noted that contributions by individuals performed above expectation due to salary adjustments, cost of living adjustments and payment of salaries in foreign currency.
The Intermediated Money Transfer Tax surpassed the target by 102.54%, driven by electronic payment transactions which constitute over 90% of the total payments in the country.
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ZIMRA Says Company Tax Contributions Missed The Set Target In 2022 Q2

The <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Zimbabwe_Revenue_Authority">Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA)</a> has garnished for the fourth time in six months, bank accounts of a Chinese contractor, China International Water and Electric Corporation (CIWE) over non-payment of taxes.
The company is developing Lake Gwayi-Shangani and the latest development is said to have slowed progress on the project.
It also emerged that the Finance ministry was struggling to release funding on time, further delaying the century-old water project. 
Sometime in June, CIWE contract workers went on strike due to the late payment of May salaries.
This is contained in a presentation done by Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development ministry chief director Tinayeshe Mutazu, during a recent tour of the giant dam by the Parliamentary Portfolio Committee on Budget, Finance and Economic Development.
The <a href="https://www.theindependent.co.zw/2022/07/22/zimra-garnishes-chinese-contractor/">Zimbabwe Independent</a> this week obtained Mutazu’s presentation. Mutazu told the committee on July 5, 2022:
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Disbursement of funds from the ministry of Finance (and Economic Development) is currently lagging cash flow requirements for running the project. Due to a lack of funding, the project failed to receive cement consignment from  June 6, 2022, to  June 30, 2022. 
Zimra garnished CIWE accounts on June 13, 2022, for the fourth time in 2022. The revenue authority is citing tax compliance issues and is demanding VAT (value-added tax) payment soon after submission of an IPC (interim payment certificate) to the employer.
Garnishing of accounts which has not been resolved since the beginning of the year will continue to hamper progress on-site if a permanent solution is not made. Non-payment has severely disrupted progress on site. The target of four metres was missed for June 2022.
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Mutazu did not disclose how much CIWE owed the national revenue collector.
He said progress on the project was severely disrupted between May 12, 2022, and May 21, 2022, after 25 positive COVID-19 cases were recorded on site.
The contractor reacted by scaling down all operations to contain the spread of the virus. Normal operations resumed on May 22, 2022.
The project, which was awarded to CIWE in 2003, has faced a lot of false starts due to a lack of funding.
Construction of the Lake Gwayi-Shangani, according to the government, is now at 67% completion. 
It is part of the National Matabeleland Zambezi Water Project expected to be a solution to the Matabeleland region’s perennial water problems while creating a greenbelt along its 240km path.
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ZIMRA Garnishes Bank Accounts Of Chinese Contractor For Lake Gwayi-Shangani

The <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Zimbabwe_Revenue_Authority">Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA)</a> surpassed by 36.84% its target for cumulative net revenue collections for the first half of the year, owing to intensified compliance strategies.
The cumulative net revenue collections were $491.49 billion up from an initial target of $359.16 billion for the first half and rose about 84% from $195.17 billion at the end of the comparative 2021 period.
In its newly released annual report, seen by NewsDay, ZIMRA said due to this performance it is expected to surpass its net revenue collection target of $809.4 billion by year-end. Read the statement:
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The authority started the year 2022 on a positive note with the first half (H1: 01 January to 30 June 2022) cumulative net revenue collections of $491,49 billion against a target of $359,16 billion (36,84% above target). The 2022 annual revenue target of $809,40 billion is likely to be reviewed upwards in the second half of 2022.
Going forward, the authority expects to collect net revenue in excess of $951 billion, supported by intensified implementation of various compliance strategies to ensure timely and accurate tax remittances from different taxpayer segments. Real revenue growth is anticipated to exceed 10% supported by the improving manufacturing sector capacity utilisation and the anticipated mining sector growth in which the industry is expected to meet the US$12 billion-dollar target by 2023.
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ZIMRA added that infrastructure developments, particularly, the completion of part of the Beitbridge- Chirundu Highway that links Zimbabwe to the North-South Corridor are expected to play a huge role.
The taxman added that inflation and exchange rate depreciation will also result in higher nominal revenue growth since the depreciating local currency against the United States dollar results in ZIMRA collecting higher taxes.
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ZIMRA Surpasses Target For Cumulative Net Revenue Collections For 2022 Q1

The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has issued a statement noting that delays in servicing taxpayers were a result of industrial action. In a statement seen by Pindula News, SARS said some of its branches may be closed to the public. Reads the statement:
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<h2>Latest on the SARS Industrial action impact</h2>
SARS apologises for any inconvenience caused but due to the industrial action taking place across SARS, we are experiencing delays in servicing our taxpayers.
Whilst the below branches may be closed to the public, they will continue to honour virtual appointments, as booked. In the event that a virtual booking is not honoured please note that the branch will follow up to do the necessary service recovery.
Please continue to also make use of our digital services during this time.
A list of all tax branches that are closed today:
<h2>Gauteng: </h2>
Alberton
Benoni
Edenvale
Randfontein
Ashlea Gardens
<h2>Kwazulu-Natal:</h2>
Durban
Pietermaritzburg
Richards Bay
<h2>Western Cape:</h2>
Beaufort West
Cape Town
Paarl
Mitchells Plain
<h2>Eastern Cape:</h2>
Mthatha
Gqeberha
East London
<h2>Northern Cape:</h2>
Upington
<h2>Mpumalanga:</h2>
Mbombela
Emalahleni
<h2>Limpopo:</h2>
Giyani
Sibasa
Lebowakgomo
Polokwane
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The Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA) has since alerted its clients of possible service delivery interruptions. Said ZIMRA:
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ZIMRA wishes to draw the attention of its stakeholders, clients, travelling public &amp; transporters of the development below which might have an impact on service delivery at the Beitbridge Border. Clients are urged to take note &amp; to make the necessary arrangements &amp; adjustments.
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ZIMRA Warns Of Possible Delays At Beitbridge Border As SARS Workers Strike

The <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Zimbabwe_Revenue_Authority">Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA)</a> has announced that Zimbabwe has implemented the Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) programme which is a partnership programme between the customs authority and the economic operators to facilitate the movement of goods across international borders. Reads an article compiled by ZIMRA for information purposes only:
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<h2>Customs – Business Relationship</h2>
In line with international best practices and the Customs and Excise Act [Chapter 23:02] section 216B, Zimbabwe has implemented the Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) programme.
<h2>1). Authorized Economic Operator (AEO)</h2>
♦ AEO is a programme under the World Customs Organization (WCO) SAFE Framework of Standards to secure and enhance international supply chain security and facilitate the movement of legitimate goods across international borders.
♦ An AEO may be defined as a party involved in the international movement of goods in whatever function that has been approved by or on behalf of a national Customs Administration as complying with WCO or equivalent supply chain security standards. AEO include inter-alia manufacturers, importers, exporters, brokers, carriers, consolidators, intermediaries, ports, airports, terminal operators, integrated operators, warehouses, and distributors. The facility is open to all stakeholders in this supply chain.
<h2>1). ZIMRA AEO Programme</h2>
♦ Administered by Customs and Excise Division, the AEO Programme is a voluntary programme open to all business entities that participate in the global supply chain.
♦ Business entities that meet pre-determined compliance standards are accredited as AEOs and as such enjoy appropriate facilitation on Customs clearance.
<h2>1). Benefits of AEO Programme</h2>
♦ Faster movement of cargo through the Border/Port of entry
♦ Simplified Customs formalities
♦ Fewer physical and document-based controls
♦ Reduced demurrage and other related costs
♦ Priority treatment in query resolution
♦ Choice of the place for physical examination
♦ Facilitation for movement of cargo during periods of trade disruptions
♦ Improved relations with ZIMRA
♦ Promotes an AEO accredited entity as a secure and reliable trade partner thereby improving business competitiveness.
♦ Mutual recognition of AEO authorizations between Customs authorities as a long-term benefit.
♦ Provides businesses with internationally recognized security standards.
♦ The opportunity to self-assess allows the entity to have full insight into its operations and business practices, identify and strengthen any security or compliance-related weaknesses
<h2>1). Qualification Criteria</h2>
Any entity interested in getting benefits of the AEO programme shall apply in writing to the Commissioner of Customs &amp; Excise for accreditation. The entity must meet the following conditions:
♦ Be established in Zimbabwe;
♦ Have an appropriate record of compliance with Customs and other relevant laws;
♦ Have a satisfactory system of managing commercial and, where appropriate, transport records;
♦ Have proven financial solvency; and
♦ Ensure that there is general maintenance of approved security and safety standards at both the entity`s place of operations as well as its business systems and procedures.
<h2>1). AEO Application Process</h2>
♦ Consultation with nearest ZIMRA office on AEO application procedure
♦ Completion of and submission of a self-assessment questionnaire, application form and other relevant attachments required for the granting of AEO status
♦ Examination of application by ZIMRA
♦ Onsite inspection by ZIMRA
♦ AEO authorization
<h2>1). Obligations of an AEO</h2>
<h2>The AEO is required to;</h2>
♦ Keep proper records in terms of Section 223 of the Customs &amp; Excise Act [Chapter 23:02].
♦ Maintain an accounting system which is in accordance with the Generally Accepted Accounting Practices (GAAP) and which facilitates audit-based customs control.
♦ Ensure that its staff members conduct business in accordance with the procedures of the Customs &amp; Excise Act and any other Act administered by ZIMRA or any instructions given by the Commissioner of Customs &amp; Excise.
♦ Ensure a relationship of good faith is maintained by its staff at all times in dealing with the ZIMRA.
♦ Allow ZIMRA officers physical and electronic access to the information and documents as provided in terms of Section 223 of the Customs &amp; Excise Act.
♦ Use compatible E-Systems for Customs procedures and commit to regularly upgrading the systems.
♦ Ensure that its premises are in conformity with the appropriate security and safety standards.
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Zimbabwe Implements The Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) Programme - ZIMRA

A Mutambara man has been sentenced to spend six months in prison after he was convicted of smuggling four vehicles into the country through the <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Beitbridge">Beitbridge Border Post.</a>
However, the six months were suspended for two years on the condition of good behaviour.
Robson Mutambara of Makotamo Village under Chief Mutambara’s area was last week on Thursday convicted of smuggling as defined in Section 182 of the Customs and Excise Act, Chapter 23:04, by Mutare provincial magistrate, Mr Langton Carter.
Mutambara, who was represented by Mr Passmore Nyakureba of Maunga, Maanda Legal Practitioners, pleaded not guilty. 
<a href="https://www.manicapost.co.zw/car-smuggler-busted/">Manica Post</a> reports that Mutambara will have to pay a fine of $250 000 by September 30, 2022, or risk imprisonment.
<h2>State’s case by Mr Nyasha Mukonyora:</h2>
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1). In May 2016, Mutambara smuggled a Ford Ranger truck from South Africa through Beitbridge Border Post. Added
2). In April 2018, Mutambara smuggled a Nissan Hardbody double cab. 
3). In May 2018, he also smuggled another Nissan Hardbody double cab.
4). In 2019, he smuggled another Ford Ranger truck through <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Beitbridge">Beitbridge Border Post.</a>
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Mukonyora added that the four vehicles were sold to Messrs Steven Jeyacheya, Lloyd Marange, Godwin Choga and Gwatara Barnabas. 
The vehicles were recovered by the police on July 9 2021 from the people that had bought them.
Mutambara said he is an agent who buys and sells vehicles from South African dealers. He said he thought the deals were legit since he had no trouble in bringing the vehicles into the country.
Mutambara’s lawyer argued that the State did not suffer any loss since one of the vehicles was cleared by the <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Zimbabwe_Revenue_Authority">Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA)</a>, while the other three vehicles are currently undergoing clearance with the tax authority.
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Man Sentenced To 6 Months In Prison For Smuggling 4 Vehicles Through Beitbridge Border Post

A total of 75 Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA) employees have been arrested and prosecuted for various corrupt activities between 2018 and 2021.
The revelations come days as ZIMRA is investigating three Beitbridge-based revenue officers who built mansions in Harare, but failed to account to their employer how they raised the money following a lifestyle audit.
ZIMRA acting Commissioner-General Ms Regina Chinamasa last week told a stakeholder meeting in Masvingo that in addition to the 75 employees, 34 stakeholders were also arrested, according to <a href="https://www.sundaynews.co.zw/75-zimra-officers-nabbed/">The Sunday News.</a> 
Mrs Chinamasa said provinces like Masvingo which are along the main Beitbridge-Chirundu highway should play a pivotal role in dealing with corruption. She said:
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Masvingo is strategically located on the North-South corridor and there is a lot of enforcement activities that is happening in the region.
Given its importance geographically we also find that it’s so important that as Masvingo we embrace the fight against corruption because it could be very rife in this area.
Given our strategic location in the region, as ZIMRA, it is our pledge not to allow Zimbabwe to be the final destination or transit of smuggled goods.
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In responding to issues on the aspect of remuneration as the officers face temptation from businesspeople who try to avoid paying duties, Mrs Chinamasa cautioned that there was a very thin line between being greedy and being adequately remunerated.
She said the authority believes negotiated positions always bring out a win-win situation which promotes opportunities that compel officers to resist, report and reject corruption.
Speaking at the same event, Minister of State for Masvingo Provincial Affairs and Devolution Ezra Chadzamira said corruption was a nationwide scourge which requires people to join in the fight. He himself was last year <a href="https://news.pindula.co.zw/2021/09/06/minister-of-state-for-masvingo-ezra-chadzamira-arrested/">arrested for alleged corruption</a> involving sugarcane plots at Kilimanjaro, Chiredzi.
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75 ZIMRA Officers Arrested Between 2018 And 2021

The <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Zimbabwe_Revenue_Authority">Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA)</a> has invited suitably qualified persons to fill the following posts within the authority. 
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<h2>HEAD – WORKFORCE PLANNING &amp; ANALYTICS – LEVEL 5 (1 POST)</h2>
Reporting to: Director of Human Capital
<h2>Duties and Responsibilities</h2>
 Human resources planning, reward management, talent development, payroll management and reporting
 Running of all remuneration programs design and implementation,
 Talent Analytics and regular reporting of issues which inform both operational and strategic decision making
 Conducts HR Forecasting i.e. staff costs modelling and monitoring, headcount monitoring (Demand &amp; Supply Monitoring) in line with corporate strategy
 Develops the HR OPEX and CAPEX Budgets in liaison with the Director-Human Capital and in line with the corporate strategy
 Manages Staff Productivity Monitoring and Analytics
 Conducts Employee Engagement (EE) Surveys (Annual, Pulse etc.) and Initiatives Tracking
 Conducts Staff Wellness Initiatives Tracking and maintains all remuneration systems and data integrity
 Sets the basis for Remuneration Policy Reviews and implements Salary Benchmarking
 Pay structuring to ensure pay equity (internal and external) across all employee categories
 Motivates for Funeral Assistance, Motor Vehicle Allowances and other benefits/allowances for maintenance of staff welfare.
 Designs Incentive Schemes (Short Term &amp; Long Term) and recognition schemes for staff
 Proposes Housing Scheme Rules &amp; Manages their implementation
 Designs Skills Gap Assessments Tools and offers technical support in skills assessment and tracking exercises
 Designs tools and ensures performance analytics for individual and employee groups
 Conducts succession planning and Talent Grid/Talent Profiling analytics in liaison with other HR subsections
 Manages the administration of Non-Payroll Benefits e.g. Incentive Schemes &amp; Performance Bonus Operationalisation
 Sets Leave Balance targets in line with the staff costs budget &amp; conducts leave liability analytics &amp; tracking
 Conducts Medical Aid and Medical Cover Analytics &amp; recommends appropriate uptake by the business
 Compiles the quarterly HR Board Reports with inputs from all HR subsections
 Runs the analytics, tracking and reporting on staff costs movement on a monthly basis.
 Ensures the development of reporting standards and implementation of reporting tools (SOPs) for use in the HR function
<h2>Qualifications and Experience</h2>
 Bachelor’s Degree in Applied Maths, Statistics, Actuarial Science, Data Analytics, Industrial Psychology or Psychology Equivalent.
 At least six (6) years’ experience four of which should be at managerial level.
<h2>Key Skills and Competencies</h2>
<h2>Technical skills required are:</h2>
 Advanced Microsoft Excel (Must Have) + Other Statistical Software
 Advanced-Data Analytics
 Advanced PowerPoint &amp; Other Reporting Software
<h2>Soft skills required are:</h2>
 High Learning Orientation
 Acute Problem Solving Attitude
 Effective Team Management
<h2>Other Attributes</h2>
 Ability to work under pressure
 Ability to communicate at all levels
 Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
 Unquestionable integrity.
<h2>MID-CAREER SPECIALIST TRAINEES</h2>
Candidates who had submitted applications for this post are advised not to resubmit.
The Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA) has an exciting opportunity for enthusiastic specialists to join our dynamic team:
 Are you a specialist in industries such as the following:
• Manufacturing
• Telecommunications
• Financial Services
• Mining
• Tourism And
 Do you possess a first degree in the relevant field with a minimum score of 2.1?
 Have least 3 years’ post-graduation experience in the specified field?
 Be 36 years of age or below at the date of this advert?
 Are you an individual seeking to switch your career into a thriving and supportive workplace?
You are the right individual to apply for the MID-CAREER SPECIALIST TRAINEE opportunity at ZIMRA. This position is well suited for an individual who seeks to be part of the Revenue collecting team using their expertise in different fields mentioned above. Interested candidates should:
Interested candidates should submit applications, accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae by 12 June 2022. All applications should be emailed to ZimraRecruitment@zimra.co.zw clearly stating the position applied for and addressed to:
The Director, Human Capital
Zimbabwe Revenue Authority
6th Floor ZB Centre
Corner First Street / Kwame Nkrumah Avenue
P. O. Box 4360 HARARE
Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be responded to.
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Jobs: ZIMRA Recruiting Workforce Planning And Analysts, Mid-Career Specialist Trainees

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has announced the arrest of a duo in Beitbridge over the smuggling of a Nissan hardbody vehicle.
In a statement, seen by Pindula News, ZRP identified the duo as Decent Chowawa and Thomas Tsiga. We present the statement in full below:
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On 06/03/22, Police in Beitbridge arrested Decent Chowawa and Thomas Tsiga for smuggling. The suspects were intercepted at a security checkpoint with an imported Nissan hardbody vehicle and produced a TIP with another person’s name without an import permit for the vehicle.
Preliminary investigations revealed that the vehicle was deregistered in SA.
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Duo Arrested For Smuggling A Vehicle From South Africa

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Two more <a href="https://www.pindula.co.zw/Zimbabwe_Revenue_Authority" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA)</a> officials have been arrested and arraigned before the courts for criminal abuse of office after they released an assortment of goods the state had seized for violating customs laws.
It is the state’s case that the duo, Nelson Chinguwo and Innocent Sithole, released the goods to their owner thereby prejudicing the state of over $6,2 million USD8 000 in import revenue.
Chinguwo, who is alleged to have released goods valued at $5.9 million and US$8 000 was remanded to December 24 on $30 000 bail while Sithole who is accused of releasing goods worth $160 000 and was remanded to the same date on $20 000 bail when they appeared before Beitbridge Resident Magistrate, Mr Toyindepi Zhou.
The assortment of goods was seized at Beitbridge Border Post in June this year from various people for violating customs laws and were subject to release on conditions the owners paid import duty amounting to $6.2 million and US$8 000.
Prosecutor Mr Ronald Mugwagwa told the court that between November 24 and December 3, Chinguwo released part of the goods attracting the import duty of $5.9 million to their owners, while Sithole released goods worth $160 000.
Mugwagwa further told the court that the matter came to light after a senior official at Zimra checked the records after seeing some of the owners leaving the State warehouse at Manica Transit Shed.
The official then discovered that the duo had tampered with records to cause the release of the said consignment.
The matter was reported and the duo was eventually arrested.
This comes after three Zimra officials had been arrested last week for smuggling a fuel tanker prejudicing the state of US$85 000 in import duty.
Authorities believe that every year, the country is losing over a billion US dollars to smuggling of goods through the country’s porous borders.
More: <a href="https://www.herald.co.zw/two-zimra-officials-up-for-abuse-of-office/">The Herald</a>

2 More ZIMRA Officials Arrested Over Corruption

The Ferret team, made up of various security agencies on Saturday intercepted a commercial truck carrying 19, 6 tonnes of suspected stolen telephone and electricity cables at the Beitbridge Border Post destined for South Africa.
The owners of the contraband had allegedly made a false declaration to the customs authority (Zimra) indicating they were shipping out 7 tonnes of copper granules.
This is a breaking story we will be updating this article.
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Security Agencies Intercept 19.6t Of Copper Cables Destined For SA

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