1. In 2021 Zim is under global spotlight for its high level of corruption. Estimates say US$1-3 billion is being lost every quarter through direct theft of precious minerals like gold. Once every so often the media is awash with high profile stories of 'catch and release. 2. For over a decade now the Auditor General's Annual report has painted a grim picture of inefficiency, financial misgovernance and loss of public funds in government departments and state enterprises.