Economic Crimes and Anti-Corruption Unit
Overview
The Economic Crimes and Anti-Corruption Unit is a specialized prosecutorial section within the National Prosecuting Authority of Zimbabwe. It is mandated to handle complex economic crimes and corruption cases, working closely with specialized investigative units and national stakeholders to safeguard integrity, accountability, and the rule of law.
Core Functions
1. Prosecution of Economic & Corruption Cases
Handles prosecution of high-profile theft, fraud, externalisation, money laundering, and criminal abuse of office by public officials in both lower and superior courts.
2. Appeals & Superior Court Applications
Pursues appeals, reviews, and interlocutory applications in superior courts for cases prosecuted at the High Court.
3. Prosecution-Guided Investigations
Conducts investigations in collaboration with specialized police units such as the Police Anti-Corruption Unit (PACU), Commercial Crimes Division (CCD), and ZACC.
4. Guiding Investigations
Provides instructions and legal opinions to guide investigations effectively and ensure compliance with the law.
5. Stakeholder Engagements
Participates in national and international engagements such as ESAAMLG, NDS2, and the National Risk Assessment Task Force, working with agencies like RBZ, ZIMRA, ZRP, ZACC, and OPC.
6. Reporting & Statistics
Compiles and provides monthly and annual reports/statistics on economic crimes and anti-corruption matters.
In essence, the Economic Crimes and Anti-Corruption Unit plays a pivotal role in combating corruption and economic crimes, ensuring accountability, and strengthening Zimbabwe’s criminal justice system.