Zacc goes after land barons.
Land barons linked to Zanu PF and opposition parties have been clashing with local authorities after grabbing open spaces, including wetlands, for resale to unsuspecting home-seekers.
By Staff Reporter
May. 30, 2025
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The location of Mnangagwa’s remarks was also poignant, with the Aspindale development right next to the demolished ruins of Budiriro, a legacy of greedy land barons.
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