Zimbabwe police authorities have banned headphone use by drivers and pedestrians, warning that diminished hearing impairs alertness to hazards on roadways. Commissioner Maxwell Chikunguru announced enforcement operations targeting unroadworthy vehicles and unauthorized stopping locations during a memorial gathering at Manyame Bridge along Seke Road in Chitungwiza, where 17 fatalities occurred at the accident-prone stretch.
The provincial commander attributed crashes to speeding, hazardous passing maneuvers, intoxicated operation, and mobile phone distraction while urging transport users to observe safe practices, including speed limits, designated crossings, and vehicle maintenance standards. Chief Stanley Chimanikire criticized officers for permitting defective automobiles through checkpoints and proposed erecting a monument honoring victims.
Religious leader Simbarashe Nengomasha cited substance abuse among operators as contributing to collisions and called for community intervention addressing drug-related dangers affecting families throughout the region.
The provincial commander attributed crashes to speeding, hazardous passing maneuvers, intoxicated operation, and mobile phone distraction while urging transport users to observe safe practices, including speed limits, designated crossings, and vehicle maintenance standards. Chief Stanley Chimanikire criticized officers for permitting defective automobiles through checkpoints and proposed erecting a monument honoring victims.
Religious leader Simbarashe Nengomasha cited substance abuse among operators as contributing to collisions and called for community intervention addressing drug-related dangers affecting families throughout the region.
