Suspected forex dealer Albert Chekure challenges prosecution in Zimbabwe, arguing that using US Dollar as legal tender should not lead to criminal charges.
Suspected forex dealer, Albert Chekure, is challenging his prosecution in Zimbabwe, arguing that using the US Dollar, which is legal tender, shouldn't lead to criminal charges. Arrested during a crackdown on illegal money changers, his lawyer, Tendai Biti (ex-Finance minister), claims innocent citizens are being criminalized due to economic mismanagement. Chekure is part of 65 arrestees with denied bail, facing serious charges.
May 17, 2024
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