The police in Zimbabwe just banned people from carrying certain weapons in public. This change affects four districts: Beitbridge, Gwanda, Plumtree, and Umzingwane. The ban starts March 27 and runs until June 29, 2025. Police made this decision because violent crimes have increased significantly lately.
You can't carry items like catapults, machetes, axes, knobkerries, swords, knives, or daggers during these three months. The police based their decision on Section 2(4) of the Maintenance of Peace and Order Act. They want to stop crimes such as murder, assault, robbery, domestic violence, break-ins, theft and rape.
Anyone who breaks this rule faces serious trouble. The law says you might pay a level five fine or spend up to six months in jail. Some people might face both penalties at once. The notice clearly spells out these consequences under Section 4(4) of the same law.
Police officers plan to confiscate any banned weapons and arrest anyone carrying them in public places. The officers hope this temporary ban will make these areas safer for everyone.
You can't carry items like catapults, machetes, axes, knobkerries, swords, knives, or daggers during these three months. The police based their decision on Section 2(4) of the Maintenance of Peace and Order Act. They want to stop crimes such as murder, assault, robbery, domestic violence, break-ins, theft and rape.
Anyone who breaks this rule faces serious trouble. The law says you might pay a level five fine or spend up to six months in jail. Some people might face both penalties at once. The notice clearly spells out these consequences under Section 4(4) of the same law.
Police officers plan to confiscate any banned weapons and arrest anyone carrying them in public places. The officers hope this temporary ban will make these areas safer for everyone.
