Former Legislator and HMMAS CEO Granted Bail

Former Bikita West legislator Munyaradzi Kereke and suspended HMMAS CEO Everesto Rukasha, accused of defrauding the medical aid society of US$400,000, were granted US$200 bail each. Magistrate Mrs Marehwanazvo Gofa cited their non-flight risk status and their presumption of innocence until proven guilty. They are remanded until December 13.

The State alleges Kereke misrepresented being owed US$400,000 by the society after selling his hospital to HMMAS in 2014. Kereke denies this, claiming the total amount due was US$1,138,000, with US$937,000 already paid. The prosecution contends the price was $400,000 and aiming to claim an additional $400,000 was deemed criminal.- state media