Prosecutors abandoned charges against Moses Mpofu and Mike Chimombe on Wednesday. The two business partners faced accusations of stealing $260,000 from Harare City Council. Officials claimed the men took advance money for a streetlight project worth $9 million. The contract contained many problems according to investigators. Justice Benjamin Chikowero told both defendants about the State's decision.
Court sessions started Tuesday but lawyers needed more time for discussions. Prosecutor Wisper Mabhaudi asked for delays before the trial could begin. The case returned to court Wednesday morning for final resolution. Neither defendant entered guilty or innocent pleas before prosecutors withdrew all accusations. The streetlight deal sparked controversy among city residents and officials.
Court sessions started Tuesday but lawyers needed more time for discussions. Prosecutor Wisper Mabhaudi asked for delays before the trial could begin. The case returned to court Wednesday morning for final resolution. Neither defendant entered guilty or innocent pleas before prosecutors withdrew all accusations. The streetlight deal sparked controversy among city residents and officials.
