High court orders reinstatement of Harare Mayor

Bernard Manyenyeni

The High Court today ordered the reinstatement of Harare mayor, Bernard Manyenyeni who had challenged his suspension by local government minister, Saviour Kasukuwere over two months ago.

This comes amid unconfirmed reports that the suspended mayor has been picked up for questioning by the Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission.

Justice Lavender Makoni ordered Kasukuwere to pay the costs of the suit and interdicted him from suspending Manyenyeni who is now allowed to continue with his duties.

Manyenyeni was initially suspended on April 20 this year on allegations of insubordination and unprocedurally appointing James Mushore as Harare town clerk.

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Source: Newsday