BREAKING: Zimra suspends implementation of import regulations

The Zimbabwe Revenue Authority has suspended the implementation of statutory instrument number 64 of 2016 which sought to tighten screws on imports of basic commodities following protests by travellers at Beitbridge Border post on Saturday.

Zimra had started rolling out the new regulations which made the import of food items, building materials , furniture, toiletries and cooking oil among other things, virtually impossible without prior notice to travellers.

There was chaos at Beitbridge border post on Saturday afternoon with travellers resisting the seizure of the imported of goods which now require people to have permits.

Details to follow….