Former Liquor Licensing Officer Accused Of Scamming Businesses

The Ministry of Local Government and Public Works has warned the public regarding Oswald Katuwe, formerly a Liquor Licensing Clerk in Bulawayo Metropolitan Province.

According to the Ministry, Katuwe is no longer an employee of the Government of Zimbabwe, having been discharged from the Public Service on 7 February 2025 following the conclusion of disciplinary proceedings.

The Ministry has received reports alleging that Katuwe has been soliciting and receiving substantial sums of money from members of the public, falsely claiming to be a serving government official.

He is said to have promised to facilitate the processing and acquisition of liquor licences in exchange for payments.

The Ministry categorically stated that such conduct is both fraudulent and criminal. Members of the public and business operators who may have been affected are urged to report any incidents to the relevant law enforcement agencies. The Ministry said:

“Mr Oswald Katuwe is not authorised to act on behalf of the Ministry of Local Government and Public Works or the Government of Zimbabwe in any capacity whatsoever”.

The Ministry advised the public to exercise extreme caution, saying any dealings with Katuwe are undertaken at one’s own risk.

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