Residents of Karoi have accused their town council of wasting public money on a costly trip. The council sent 28 people to the Zimbabwe International Trade Fair and spent more than $35,000. Local citizens say the council used estate account funds without getting proper approval first. Each delegate received $200 daily allowances when the standard rate is only $60. The group also bought new corporate clothing for every day of the week-long event.
The Karoi Residents Trust has filed formal complaints with several government agencies. They sent letters to the district coordinator, auditor general and anti-corruption commission. The residents claim the council held an illegal finance meeting to approve the spending. They say the meeting...