The unfolding dispute between Destiny of Afrika Network (DANET) and its former Projects Manager, Wilson Masokowere, is increasingly being framed not merely as a labour matter, but as a case that could expose deeper issues of corruption, abuse of influence, and institutional integrity in Manicaland Province.
At the heart of the controversy are allegations that Wilson Masokowere, following his dismissal, refused to vacate DANET premises and allegedly defied a High Court order barring him from entering or interfering with the organization’s offices in Mutare. The order, granted on February 11, 2026, under Case No. R-HCH6454/25 before Honourable Mr Justice Manzunzu, clearly restrained him from accessing the premises at Number 29, 5th Avenue.
Despite being served with the ruling, DANET claims enforcement efforts were obstructed.
“Masokowere and his bouncers stopped the Messenger of Court and five police officers who accompanied our team to enter our offices,” a DANET representative alleged. “He believes he has political connections across Manicaland Province and thinks he is untouchable.”
The organization further alleges that the situation escalated when trucks carrying large groups of individuals armed with machetes were brought to the site, creating what it described as an atmosphere of fear and intimidation. If confirmed, such actions could amount to contempt of court and obstruction of justice.
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However, beyond the physical standoff, DANET leadership Obadiah Musindo argues that the more troubling dimension lies in allegations of systemic corruption. The organization has called on the Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission (ZACC) to investigate claims that corporate funds were allegedly transferred into personal accounts and that residential stands were improperly allocated to individuals within the judiciary, police, and security sectors.
“He regards himself as a mafia in Manicaland,” said Musindo. “He only responds to the law when he is cornered.”
DANET also alleges that previous forensic audit teams were intimidated and injured during attempts to conduct investigations, and that none of the individuals involved were arrested. Additional claims suggest that certain journalists were allegedly paid to run campaigns aimed at discrediting the organization’s leadership.
Musindo emphasized that the matter now transcends a simple employment dispute. According to the organization, the allegations raise serious concerns about whether political patronage and illicit financial dealings may be undermining lawful processes in the province.
There are also claims of tribal rhetoric allegedly being used to discourage investment from individuals outside Manicaland, further complicating the situation and heightening tensions.
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