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Zimbabwe govt to regulate private security industry
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Cabinet has approved the Principles of the Private Investigators and Security Guards (Control) Bill, which aims to regulate and license individuals and companies providing security services in Zimbabwe.
During a post-Cabinet briefing yesterday, Information Minister Jenfan Muswere announced that the Bill would lead to the establishment of the Zimbabwe Private Security Regulatory Authority, which will oversee the industry's standards and compliance. The regulatory body will work to ensure better public protection by promoting high standards within the private security sector.
The Bill introduces significant changes to the way private investigators operate in the country. Muswere explained that it amends section 7 of the Act to make the licensing of private investigators mandatory. "The Bill gives licensed investigators the power to hire additional private investigators without needing approval from the regulatory authority," Muswere said. "However, a license will only be granted to applicants who have passed rigorous background checks, completed the required training, and obtained a government-recognized qualification."
In addition to the security sector reforms, Muswere provided updates on the government's ongoing efforts to address hunger. According to the minister, 6.54 million people have benefited from various food security initiatives, including the food mitigation strategy, urban cash transfer programme, and the movement of grain. Notably, the Zunde RaMambo/Isiphala SeNkosi Programme has facilitated the collection of 4,362.51 metric tonnes of grain to support vulnerable communities.
The urban-cash-for-cereals programme has also reached 27,877 beneficiaries, with cash disbursements made to assist with food purchases. In addition, the Emergency Schools Feeding Programme continues to provide hot meals for learners, ensuring that they have access to daily nutrition.
In another development, Cabinet approved proposals to encourage private sector participation in the development, refurbishment, and maintenance of the country's sports stadia. The government is committed to utilizing the Built-Operate-Transfer (BOT) model, with guaranteed land to support the International Federation of Football Association (FIFA) Forward 2.0 Funding Initiative.
Zimbabwe currently lacks FIFA or CAF-approved stadiums, which has forced the Warriors, the national soccer team, to play their home matches abroad. The Warriors have played their recent Group J AFCON qualifiers in Uganda and South Africa, highlighting the urgent need for stadium upgrades.
The new strategies aim to address these challenges and improve the country's sports infrastructure, ensuring that Zimbabwe can meet international standards and host major football events in the future.
During a post-Cabinet briefing yesterday, Information Minister Jenfan Muswere announced that the Bill would lead to the establishment of the Zimbabwe Private Security Regulatory Authority, which will oversee the industry's standards and compliance. The regulatory body will work to ensure better public protection by promoting high standards within the private security sector.
The Bill introduces significant changes to the way private investigators operate in the country. Muswere explained that it amends section 7 of the Act to make the licensing of private investigators mandatory. "The Bill gives licensed investigators the power to hire additional private investigators without needing approval from the regulatory authority," Muswere said. "However, a license will only be granted to applicants who have passed rigorous background checks, completed the required training, and obtained a government-recognized qualification."
In addition to the security sector reforms, Muswere provided updates on the government's ongoing efforts to address hunger. According to the minister, 6.54 million people have benefited from various food security initiatives, including the food mitigation strategy, urban cash transfer programme, and the movement of grain. Notably, the Zunde RaMambo/Isiphala SeNkosi Programme has facilitated the collection of 4,362.51 metric tonnes of grain to support vulnerable communities.
The urban-cash-for-cereals programme has also reached 27,877 beneficiaries, with cash disbursements made to assist with food purchases. In addition, the Emergency Schools Feeding Programme continues to provide hot meals for learners, ensuring that they have access to daily nutrition.
In another development, Cabinet approved proposals to encourage private sector participation in the development, refurbishment, and maintenance of the country's sports stadia. The government is committed to utilizing the Built-Operate-Transfer (BOT) model, with guaranteed land to support the International Federation of Football Association (FIFA) Forward 2.0 Funding Initiative.
Zimbabwe currently lacks FIFA or CAF-approved stadiums, which has forced the Warriors, the national soccer team, to play their home matches abroad. The Warriors have played their recent Group J AFCON qualifiers in Uganda and South Africa, highlighting the urgent need for stadium upgrades.
The new strategies aim to address these challenges and improve the country's sports infrastructure, ensuring that Zimbabwe can meet international standards and host major football events in the future.
Source - newsday
