National Prosecution Authority capacitated to curb sophisticated crimes
By Dumisani Ndlovu
Prosecutor General Hon. Loyce Matanda-Moyo has praised the Government for the support, she said are receiving from the second Republic.
On the speech read on her behalf Matanda Moyo said the National Prosecuting Authority of Zimbabwe is now capacitated to fight sophisticated corruption crimes which she cited as catalysed by the advent of new-technology.
Giving remarks on behalf of Hon. Loyce Matanda-Moyo, Deputy Prosecutor General, Nelson Mutsonziwa at a national anti-corruption Day commemoration of the 20th United Nations Convention Against Corruption (UNCAC) International Anti-Corruption Day (IACD) hailed the government for supporting NPAZ’s efforts of fighting corruption.
“I acknowledge and applaud efforts that are being made by the government in the fight against corruption. With the advent of technology, criminal syndicates have become more sophisticated and the government has made strides to ensure that investigators and other players in the criminal justice system can measure up, “he said.
In her speech, Hon. Matandamoyo said various government agencies including the NPAZ have been digitized and the digitization efforts are still ongoing.
“This will ensure that there is limited human to human interaction thereby limiting corrupt activities. Criminal investigations will be enhanced ensuring that those involved in cybercrimes are convicted,’’Mutsonziwa said.
The NPAZ boss showered praises on the establishment of specialized courts, specifically the anti-corruption courts which she said has contributed to the increased disposal rate of corruption cases in the criminal justice system.
“Therefore, a strong legal infrastructure repels potential criminals from committing crime and corruption. These special courts have ensured that corruption trials are speedily prosecuted so that justice is timeously and efficiently delivered,” he said, however reiterating that the fight against corruption is a never-ending war that necessitates constant vigilance.
“It demands a multifaceted strategy that includes legislative reforms, more international cooperation, capacity-building programs, and, most significantly, a shift in societal attitudes and norms. We must foster an ethical, integrity, and accountability culture in which corruption is not tolerated but is met with prompt and harsh repercussions,” he said
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