By LINDA SOKO TEMBOA FAMILY in Lusaka West is on the verge of losing its farm on which it also built a primary school through a dubious scam, allegedly orchestrated by some government officials.However, the Ministry of Lands claims the land was idle and therefore reposed.According to the family, unknown people have invaded the farm and have demarcated plots on which some structures are nearing completion. Despite being up to date with paying ground rates, the Commissioner of Lands has allegedly told them the Ministry of Lands does not know them but only recognised those who paid K20, 000 for the new plots. Ministry of Lands Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Public Relations Diniwe Zulu said the ministry re-entered the farm in May 2011.“This was because the property had deteriorated, which was a breach of the lease agreement. The property owner had further neglected to pay ground rent which stood at K254, 133.00 as at September, 2007.“Hence, the farm was […]
‘DUBIOUS’ LAND DEAL
