Government Warns Public Against Scammers Impersonating VP Chiwenga and Wife

The Office of the President and Cabinet (OPC) issued a public warning against individuals impersonating Vice President Constantino Chiwenga and his wife, Miniyothabo Baloyi Chiwenga, in schemes to solicit and extort money. This maneuver aims to protect citizens from high-level fraud.The scammers exploit the perceived authority of high-ranking officials, creating friction between public trust and criminal deception. The use of "foreign telephone numbers" further complicates tracing efforts.Deputy Chief Secretary George Charamba’s statement, explicitly naming VP Chiwenga and his wife, leverages official communication to raise alarm. The strategic shift: Government battles high-profile impersonation scams, exposing public vulnerabilities.