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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

Strict, prohibitive measures can curb road traffic accidents

Sacrificing quality on the altar of profits

The pattern is too widespread to be dismissed as bad luck or weather-related wear and tear.

By Newsday Jan. 15, 2026

Sacrificing quality on the altar of profits

ZHRC flags ZBC radio licensing

THE Zimbabwe Human Rights Commission (ZHRC) has raised alarm over the compulsory collection of radio listeners’ licence fees, arguing that the practice undermines fundamental human rights

By Miriam Mangwaya Jan. 7, 2026

Byo man arrested for stealing ZBC equipment

The incident occurred in the early hours of December 28 at the Zimbabwe International Exhibition Centre.

By Staff Reporter Jan. 6, 2026

Byo man arrested for stealing ZBC equipment

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

Speeding truck driver kills minor

“I can confirm a fatal road accident in Mazowe, where Magwiroto died after being hit by a truck,” Mundembe said.

By Simbarashe Sithole Jan. 4, 2026

100 perish in festive season accidents

Drivers accounted for 10 fatalities, while riders and cyclists recorded four and three deaths, respectively.

By Nunurai Jena Dec. 30, 2025

Chinhoyi lags in road fund utilisation, fuel allocation untouched

The performance falls well below expectation, given that three-quarters of the financial year had elapsed and comes amid mounting public complaints over the deteriorating state of roads in the town.

By Nunurai Jena Dec. 29, 2025