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Bulawayo – The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) in Bulawayo is set to unveil a list of traffic offenders caught flouting laws by surveillance cameras in the City’s Central Business District.
The names are scheduled to be released this Friday, marking a significant move to increase accountability among motorists.
In a statement, ZRP national spokesperson Commissioner Paul Nyathi announced,
“We have the list and we will be making it public tomorrow.”
This initiative follows a similar crackdown in Harare, where 290 traffic violators were publicly named last week, signaling a robust effort to enforce traffic laws across the country.
The surveillance cameras, secretly installed last August, have been monitoring the city center, capturing images of rogue motorists engaging in various infractions, from running red lights to reckless driving.
“The eye in the sky never blinks, and thanks to these cameras, lawbreakers are finally being reeled in,” Nyathi added.
Motorists whose names appear on the list will have seven days to report to the nearest police station. If they fail to do so, they could face increased penalties.
Nyathi emphasized that the operation is part of the new Electronic Traffic Management System, which aims to enhance road safety and deter traffic violations.
“This is no longer just a traffic violation; it’s public humiliation,” warned Nyathi.
“Drive dirty, and your name could be plastered all over town.”
The ZRP’s strategy aims to send a strong message that reckless driving will not be tolerated and that accountability is a key priority for the force.
As the countdown to the list’s release begins, Bulawayo residents and motorists are urged to adhere to traffic laws to avoid becoming part of the public shaming initiative.
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