ACC ARRESTS THREE ITEZHI-TEZHI OFFICIALS OVER K16.7 MILLION SOCIAL CASH TRANSFER THEFT
By ZR Reporter
The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has arrested three Ministry of Community Development and Social Services officials in Itezhi-Tezhi District for the alleged theft of over K16.7 million meant for the Social Cash Transfer Programme.
District Social Welfare Officer Goretty Moonga, 39, along with Assistant Social Welfare Officers Humphrey Chikwasha, 33, and Anderson Ngulube, 40, are accused of siphoning a total of K16,794,000 between February 1 and April 30, 2026.
According to investigators, the trio withdrew the funds from the Itezhi-Tezhi District Welfare Assistance Committee account at a local bank under the false pretense that the money was for official program activities.
Specifically, Moonga is accused of stealing K6 million, Chikwasha allegedly took K5,574,400, and Ngulube is linked to the withdrawal of K5,219,600. The stolen money, which belonged to the government and came into their possession through their employment, was allegedly funneled into real estate and motor vehicles that have since been restricted by the commission.
The suspects are scheduled to appear in court soon. ACC Head of Corporate Communications Joseph Mwenya warned public officers against abusing resources meant for vulnerable citizens, stressing that those who misuse their positions for personal gain will face the full force of the law.
– Zambia Reports | September 19, 2026