The Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission has arrested Bikita Rural District Council chief executive officer, Peter Chibhi on charges of abuse of office.
Chibhi is charged for contravening Section 91 (3) of the Public Finance Management Act (Chapter 22:19).
Without ministerial approval, Chibhi entered into a contract with African Century Limited which bound the council to future financial commitment.
The company paid US$191 000 plus interest US$30 900 for six Toyota GD6 single cab vehicles.