Why new municipal police and courts law must prioritise accountability
Body cameras protect citizens from abuse while simultaneously protecting officers from false accusations and drastically reduces chances of soliciting bribes.
By Claude Phuti
Aug. 9, 2026
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Harare undercover blitz hits InDrive drivers
The operation marks the city's latest attempt to tighten control over the fast-growing e-hailing sector as it rolls out its ambitious 2025-45 Master Plan.
By Kenneth Nyangani
Aug. 6, 2026
Residents call for urgent enactment of devolution law to expedite local governance reforms
In a statement on Wednesday, ZURRA spokesperson Marvellous Kumalo said the reforms should not be implemented in isolation.
By Donald Nyandoro
Jul. 31, 2026
Harare must end its culture of force
Barely a day later, another controversy erupted after a video circulated on social media showing a municipal police officer slapping a woman inside a banking hall.
By Newsday
Jul. 27, 2026
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Harare loses over US$1m in ‘suspicious’ break-ins
He said the city’s 18 district offices experience one or two break-ins every month, with thieves appearing to have prior knowledge of when cash is available.
By Miriam Mangwaya
Jul. 9, 2026
Two centres of power, one broken city
Mafume’s concerns show that the real battle is not on the streets with vendors and pirate taxis, but inside the corridors of power.
By Newsday
Feb. 18, 2026
Harare City, vendors headed for another showdown
HARARE mayor Jacob Mafume has warned members of the municipal police that inconsistent enforcement of regulations will not be tolerated, adding that vendors who defy rules will face repercussions.
By Gracious Daniel
Jan. 20, 2026
Bag men menace: Police sucked into Egodini scandal
Municipal police also demand an additional US$1 daily bribe per kombi to allow the picking up and dropping off passengers at illegal stops.
By Staff Reporter
Oct. 23, 2025
BCC police pounce on vendors
Bulawayo is currently constructing the Nkulumane market which is set to reduce congestion in the CBD.
By Innocent Magondo
Sep. 18, 2023
