DT Correspondent
President Emmerson Mnangagwa has removed Roy Bhila (MP) from his position as the deputy minister of Industry and Commerce with immediate effect.
In a communique on Thursday, Chief Secretary to the President and Cabinet, Dr Martin Rushwaya said the move was in accordance with Section 108(1a) of the Constitution of Zimbabwe Amendment (No. 20) Act.
“His Excellency the President of the Republic of Zimbabwe Cde. Dr. Emmerson D. Mnangagwa has, in terms of Section 108(1a) of the Constitution of Zimbabwe Amendment (No. 20) Act, removed Hon. Roy Bhila from the Office of Deputy Minister of Industry and Commerce with immediate effect,” reads part of the statement.
The reasons behind President Mnangagwa’s action have not been disclosed.
Deputy Minister Bhila, who had been serving in the Ministry of Industry, played a significant role in shaping policies and initiatives aimed at promoting industrial growth and development within Zimbabwe.
