The Zimbabwe Republic Police and the courts are now taking stern action against motorists who are recklessly driving vehicles on the country’s roads, this include the Central Business District and built-up areas.
The action by police and court official follows the arrest and conviction of Alexander Tapiwa Kaseke (34) and Tichaona Dzvuvira (29) in Harare on 29th April 2025 and 02nd May 2025.
Alexander Tapiwa Kaseke drove over a pavement at the intersection of R G Mugabe Road and Angwa Street. He negligently hit a traffic light (pole) and a vehicle which was travelling due north along Angwa Street. Kaseke was subsequently arrested by the Police and taken to court where he was tried, convicted and sentenced to 36 months imprisonment for contravening Section 53 (2) of Road Traffic Act, Chapter 13: 11 (Reckless Driving). The accused’s drivers’ licence was cancelled. Above all, he was prohibited from driving vehicles for 24 months.
Tichaona Dzvuvira was arrested on 02nd May 2025 after driving a public service vehicle with passengers through a pavement from Fidel Castrol Road into Bank Street. The driver openly showed reckless driving conduct without any regard for the safety and security of the vehicle occupants. Police were called to the scene and observed that the purported public service vehicle had no current vehicle licence, no vehicle insurance, no registration plates, had seven (07) missing wheel nuts, no rear windscreen wiper, no rear view mirror and openly showed fittings likely to cause danger to other road users.
The suspect’s case is pending finalization by the courts.
With the advent of technology in policing which include drone usage and other gadgets, the day of reckless driving by motorists are coming to an end. Drivers of both Public Service Vehicles and private vehicles are once again reminded to be law abiding citizens and collectively contribute towards road safety for all.
(NYATHI. P) Commissioner
Chief Staff Officer (Press and Public Relations)
to the Commissioner-General of Police
Police General Headquarters