Businessman charged for tax evasion

Peter Matika, [email protected]
A 37-year-old entrepreneur from Beitbridge has been fined US$250 for tax evasion.
Bestinos Zhou appeared before the Beitbridge Magistrates’ Court facing charges of contravening Section 81 (1) (a) of the Income Tax Chapter 23:06 – prejudice to revenue.
According to excerpts from the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA), Zhou registered for Income Tax as a business and in his personal capacity in October 2015.
“During the period spanning from July 2017 to May 2022, the accused person neglected to furnish, file or submit any return or document as required by the Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA). The offence was discovered by ZIMRA in June 2022, prompting a police report,” read the document.
Following his arrest, Zhou was taken to court.
He was found guilty and fined US$250 or 30 days imprisonment.