Cabinet ministers and their deputies, heads of state-run firms and other officials will have to declare their property, including moveable assets worth more than $100,000.

HARARE - President Emmerson Mnangagwa has ordered top government officials, including cabinet ministers, to declare their assets and business interests before the end of next month.

Mnangagwa is making the fight against corruption a key part of his new presidency.

Cabinet ministers and their deputies, heads of state-run firms and other officials will have to declare their property, including moveable assets worth more than $100,000.

They’ll also need to say what kind of businesses they own or help to run.

Mnangagwa’s chief secretary says this is in line with his call for an accountable public service sworn to high moral standards.

Online, there’s been mixed reaction; some suggest the five-week deadline given to officials to make these written declarations is too long and may give some individuals time to hide their wealth.