HARARE – The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has strengthened its road safety and traffic enforcement capacity with the release of additional vehicles to the newly launched National Highway Patrol Unit, bringing the total fleet to nine patrol vehicles.
Commissioner-General of Police Stephen Mutamba on Tuesday handed over three rebranded Ford Everest vehicles to the unit, adding to resources already deployed on the country’s major highways. The move follows the recent launch of the National Highway Patrol, which initially saw the deployment of five high-powered double-cab Ford Ranger vehicles.
The expanded fleet is expected to enhance police visibility and responsiveness on Zimbabwe’s highways, particularly during the busy festive season when traffic volumes and accident risks typically increase.
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In addition to the vehicles, the ZRP has introduced body-worn cameras for patrol officers, including drivers and assistants, as part of an emerging electronic traffic management system. Authorities say the technology will improve accountability, evidence collection and professionalism in traffic policing.
Commissioner-General Mutamba said more National Highway Patrol vehicles are expected to be rolled out in the coming weeks, signalling a sustained commitment to improving road safety and curbing criminal activity on major routes.
“The public should take note that more National Highway Patrol vehicles are coming,” police said in a statement, urging motorists to cooperate with officers and adhere to traffic regulations.
The ZRP has also called on members of the public to actively support the initiative by reporting reckless, dangerous or unruly driving directly to patrol teams encountered on the roads, enabling swift enforcement action.
The enhanced highway patrol programme forms part of broader efforts by law enforcement to reduce road traffic accidents, enforce traffic laws and deter criminal acts during the festive season and beyond.
Zimbabwe records a spike in road accidents during peak travel periods, with speeding, reckless driving and vehicle defects among the leading causes. Police say the upgraded patrol unit, combined with technology-driven monitoring, is expected to play a critical role in saving lives and improving road discipline nationwide.
