Choppies to challenge 'unlawful' eviction

A few days ago the regional grocer that had tenancy was thrown out of the building after the landlord obtained an eviction order from that country's High Court. "The eviction order was obtained behind our back hence we are challenging it. We have a lease agreement which lapses in 2028," Ottapathu explained on Saturday.

Several media reports in Zimbabwe alluded to "alleged connivance between Cembeee Private Limited and Africa Flea Market Private Limited culminated in the sensational eviction of Choppies Supermarket in Gweru". Contrary to some reports, Choppies says it was not evicted for non-payment of rentals. The retailer alleged scheming between some parties in the saga.