Hit-and-run scourge: Our roads are becoming crime scenes
A man died on the spot after being hit by an unknown motorist who sped off without offering assistance or reporting the accident.
By Newsday
Jan. 24, 2026
Strict, prohibitive measures can curb road traffic accidents
EVERY year, at least 1,19 million people lose their lives to road traffic accidents with at least 20 million people suffering non-fatal injuries while others incur disabilities.
By Johannes Marisa
Jan. 16, 2026
No end in sight to road carnage
Road traffic accidents more than doubled to 2 412 between December 15 and 26 last year compared to the same period in 2024.
By Newsday
Jan. 5, 2026
Road traffic accidents top Zimbawe’s death statistics
According to TSCZ and ZRP, over 85% of accidents are attributed to human error and behaviour with common issues including reckless overtaking, fatigue, speeding and drunk driving.
By Sharon Zebra
Nov. 28, 2025
Reforms yes, but mindset shift key to halt road carnage
Of the 15 350 accidents reported in the second quarter, 492 were fatal. In the previous quarter, 378 were fatal.
By Newsday
Nov. 24, 2025
Road accidents claim 2 000 lives annually: Minister
Minister Felix Mhona
By Silas Nkala
Oct. 27, 2025
Zanu PF youths perish in Zvishavane accident
Two young female members of the ruling Zanu PF party died following a road traffic accident while on their way to celebrate President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s 83rd birthday.
By Nunurai Jena
Sep. 18, 2025
300 buses lost to accidents annually
Maramidzwe said the number of road accidents in Zimbabwe increased by 1%, despite a target to reduce accidents by 25% every year.
By Sharon Buwerimwe
Jan. 30, 2024
Mental health and road safety
Road safety efforts should include awareness about the mental health factors that can affect our ability to be safe drivers and safe pedestrians.
By Chido Rwafa-madzvamutse
Dec. 31, 2023
