The highly anticipated trial of Mike Chimombe and Moses Mpofu, accused of fraudulently misappropriating US$7 million from the Presidential Goats Scheme, is set to begin on October 1, 2024, at the Harare High Court. The trial, scheduled to run until October 4, 2024, will determine the fate of the two prominent individuals.

Chimombe and Mpofu have been at the center of a high-profile investigation, with allegations of large-scale fraud and embezzlement. The Presidential Goats Scheme, a government initiative aimed at supporting rural communities, has been marred by controversy following the alleged misappropriation of funds.

The trial is expected to shed light on the circumstances surrounding the alleged fraud and the involvement of Chimombe and Mpofu. Prosecutors will present evidence and witnesses to build their case against the accused, who have denied any wrongdoing.