Fraudster used fake names and phone numbers
The Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA) has unmasked a suspected fraud kingpin accused of impersonating tax officials to solicit bribes.
In an official public notice issued on 23 May 2025, ZIMRA named the suspect as Naison Kuzamba, also known by the alias Kedha.
“The individual pictured above, whose real name is Naison Kuzamba (alias Kedha), has been confirmed as the kingpin coordinating a network of impostors who have been contacting taxpayers under false pretences,” ZIMRA said in the statement.
The imposters have reportedly contacted unsuspecting taxpayers through SMS and phone calls, claiming to be initiating tax audits. Victims were then pressured into paying bribes to have audits cancelled or altered.
ZIMRA identified several aliases used by the syndicate, including:
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Arnold Mukundi
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Edna Chikwaro
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Bernard Paradza
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Sharon Matsika
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Belinda Njeki
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Jabangwe, Kanengoni, Muchena, Kupara, Murape
Phone numbers associated with the scam include:
0777 597 023 0719 316 877 0716 489 276 0716 261 716
‘Not our officials’ — warns ZIMRA
ZIMRA has warned that it does not conduct official business through SMS, WhatsApp, or any personal platforms.
“ZIMRA is not associated with the above named individual or any of the aliases he uses,” the statement stressed.
“All legitimate ZIMRA officials carry valid staff identity cards and never request monetary deposits into personal bank accounts for conducting official business.”
The revenue authority urged citizens not to be intimidated into making payments and to demand proper identification from anyone claiming to be from ZIMRA.
Public urged to report suspicious activity
ZIMRA is now calling on the public to report any suspicious activity or contact from anyone matching the descriptions provided.
“If you are contacted by anyone fitting the description above or have information about such activities, you are strongly encouraged to report immediately,” the authority said.
Reports can be made to:
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ZIMRA Loss Control:
0712 840 066 / 0719 529 800 / 0712 845 604 -
Nearest Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) station
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Any ZIMRA office
ZIMRA reaffirmed its commitment to fighting corruption and protecting the public from scams.
“Let us work together to eliminate corruption and protect the public from fraud.”
The warning was issued under Public Notice 31 of 2025 as part of ZIMRA’s commitment to transparency and public safety.
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