NSSA suspends finance director Ngwira over misconduct allegations

A top finance boss at NSSA just got benched without pay while investigators dig into claims he ignored orders and meddled with internal decisions.

Ngwira suspended at NSSA

• The National Social Security Authority sidelined Daniel Ngwira effective 29 January 2026.
• Charles Shava confirmed the move in a formal suspension letter.
• Investigations will run under the Labour National Employment Code of Conduct Regulations.
• During the probe, Ngwira cannot access NSSA offices or benefits.

Allegations over ignored resolutions

• Daniel Ngwira allegedly refused to action a 2025 board resolution.
• That decision involved paying terminal benefits to an eligible employee.
• Management views the refusal as breaching fiduciary duties to the pension fund.
• Shava stated there were grounds to suspect serious misconduct.

Claims of governance interference

• Separate accusations say Daniel Ngwira overstepped his delegated authority.
• Memoranda were reportedly endorsed outside approved limits.
• A motor vehicle loan for a qualifying staffer was allegedly blocked.
• Correspondence about a company car demand was escalated to the board.

Restrictions during investigation

• Suspension terms bar Daniel Ngwira from contacting witnesses or staff.
• Written clearance is required before he enters any NSSA premises.
• Evidence tampering, whether digital or paper, is explicitly forbidden.
• Disciplinary hearings will follow once investigations wrap up.