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Cops, municipal police shield mshikashikas
In the heart of Harare's central business district, lawlessness and corruption are rife as pirate taxi operators, known as "mshikashika," continue to defy traffic regulations with apparent impunity, w...Published: 14 Dec 2024 at 10:41hrs | 155 | by Staff reporter
'Mshika shika' driver's hand cut-off in side swipe accident
A horrifying road accident on the Masvingo - Mutare Highway has left a Gutu mshika shika (pirate taxi) driver, Rodrick Masiyambiri (59), without his right forearm. The incident occurred around 7 PM on...Published: 01 Dec 2024 at 13:25hrs | 1989 | by Staff reporter
Mushikashika kingpin 'Shutto' dies
Stewart Chiweshe, widely known as Shutto, a former nightclub bouncer and notorious figure behind an illegal taxi rank in Bulawayo, has tragically passed away in a car accident. The incident occurred o...Published: 11 Nov 2024 at 07:08hrs | 2853 | by Staff reporter
VID/Police in massive crackdown on Mshikashikas
The Vehicle Inspectorate Department (VID) has initiated a nationwide operation targeting illegal mushikashika and commuter omnibuses in collaboration with the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) and the Tr...Published: 25 Jul 2024 at 13:07hrs | 1361 | by Staff reporter
Man runs away, leaves wife being robbed
A MAN from Pumula North suburb in Bulawayo ran away leaving his wife at the mercy of robbers who stabbed her in the thigh and allegedly robbed her US$90 and a cellphone.The incident was confir...Published: 05 Jul 2024 at 11:52hrs | 16 | by Staff reporter
Bulawayo pirate taxis regularise operations
A NUMBER of pirate taxis and kombis in Bulawayo are reportedly jostling to register with transport associations to regularise their operations to avoid having their vehicles impounded.The Zimb...Published: 01 Mar 2024 at 19:06hrs | 5 | by Staff reporter
1 091 arrested for traffic rules violators
POLICE in Bulawayo arrested 1 091 people following a crackdown on violators of traffic rules and regulations as part of efforts to restore sanity in the city.Among those arrested were 423 moto...Published: 08 Feb 2024 at 04:29hrs | | by Staff reporter
ZUPCO to introduce electric fleet, add 500 buses
THE Zimbabwe United Passenger Company (Zupco) is set to procure 550 buses including electric models and has invited bids for fleet supply from domestic and international companies as it moves to boost...Published: 05 Jan 2024 at 05:50hrs | 16 | by Staff reporter
Pirate taxi driver vanishes after near death accident
Police in Gweru are hunting for a driver of a Honda Fit vehicle who allegedly disappeared after he was involved in a head collision with another vehicle leaving six people hospitalized.The acc...Published: 20 Jul 2023 at 16:19hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Chaos dogs Zec voters roll inspection
CHAOS continued to characterise the Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (Zec)'s weeklong voters roll inspection in Bulawayo yesterday as many residents fumed after failing to find their names in the documen...Published: 03 Jun 2023 at 08:20hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Mshika-shika robbers on the prowl
POLICE in Gweru have launched a manhunt for three suspects who are reportedly driving around in a silver Honda Fit vehicle targeting commuters and robbing them of cash, cellphones and other gadgets....Published: 10 May 2023 at 05:58hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter
Popular mshika shika driver killed in accident
Popular Mshika shika driver Tatenda Ziramba (26) who plied the Masvingo-Zvishavane route died yesterday after his Toyota Wish burst a rear right tire and overturned.Masvingo Police Spokesperso...Published: 18 Mar 2023 at 08:37hrs | | by Staff reporter
POLICE WARNING: Private security firms potential criminals
POLICE have warned Bulawayo residents against hiring private security companies to patrol in their suburbs as that could expose them to criminals.The officer Commanding Bulawayo Province Commi...Published: 02 Feb 2023 at 23:08hrs | 2 | by Staff Reporter
Woman kidnapped, drugged and robbed by Honda Fit crew
A 36-YEAR-OLD woman from Emganwini suburb was kidnapped, drugged and later dumped in a bush on Sunday after boarding a silver Honda fit bound for the city centre.She got onto the vehicle at ar...Published: 01 Feb 2023 at 07:41hrs | | by Staff reporter
300 pirate taxis impounded
POLICE have impounded more than 300 pirating vehicles following the launch of an operation to bring back sanity onto the city's roads.Some of the pirating taxis would park in the middle of the...Published: 29 Sep 2022 at 05:55hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Traffic nightmare as kombi crews create 6th Avenue rank
DRIVING on Bulawayo's streets has become nightmarish as rowdy kombi crews violate road rules causing congestion.Roads such as 6th Avenue Extension and Herbert Chitepo streets from 5th Avenue t...Published: 16 Sep 2022 at 06:05hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter
Bloodbath in Tshabalala head-on accident
A FUEL attendant who witnessed a head-on collision involving a Honda Fit and a Nissan Elgrand where Nketa Drive and Imhlotshana Road intersect near Tshabalala suburb rushed to the scene and was greete...Published: 21 Jul 2022 at 06:41hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Zupco drivers strike over delayed salaries
SOME employees of Zimbabwe United Passengers Company (ZUPCO) staged a strike in Masvingo on Monday due to delays in being paid their salaries since last month.Many commuters had to walk to and...Published: 25 Jan 2022 at 05:49hrs | | by Staff reporter
Transport blues resurface
Police say the operation came after it was realised that many unregistered vehicles were being used as getaway cars in the commission of dangerous crimes, including armed robberies.As part of ...Published: 20 Jan 2022 at 05:34hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter
'Don't drink & drive'
POLICE in Midlands have warned members of the public against drinking and driving, speeding and committing violent acts during the festive season.In a statement, Midlands police spokesperson, ...Published: 25 Dec 2021 at 09:22hrs | 6 | by Staff reporter
Mshika-shika driver commits suicide
A 38-year- old Zvishavane mshika-shika driver allegedly committed suicide by consuming poison at Zvishavane Central Police Station in protest over his vehicle which had been impounded by the police. ...Published: 19 Aug 2021 at 16:38hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Police launch blitz on pirate kombis, taxis
POLICE in Bulawayo have launched a crackdown on pirate kombis and taxis commonly known as mshikashikas as the law enforcement agents continue to intensify the fight against violators of lockdown measu...Published: 15 Jul 2021 at 09:22hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Commuters shun Zupco
Pirate kombis are today back in full force as some passengers shunned the Zimbabwe United Passenger Company (Zupco) buses which have increased fares by 100percent.The doubled fares which came ...Published: 01 Jul 2021 at 17:24hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Zupco to revive traditional bus routes
AN additional 667 buses are needed to enable the Zimbabwe United Passengers Company (Zupco) to provide a more efficient service following the ban of private operators in the country.Private-ow...Published: 20 May 2021 at 06:00hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter
Pupils stranded as police impound vehicles
SCORES of pupils were yesterday left stranded at roadsides as police in Bulawayo impounded vehicles that were pirating in defiance of the Government's travel regulations meant to curb the spread of Co...Published: 30 Apr 2021 at 06:36hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Concern over Matabeleland South Covid-19 cases
On Monday, Matabeleland South Province recorded a staggering 101 cases of Covid-19 infections out of the 108 cases recorded countrywide. This is hardly surprising. There has been a widespread ...Published: 21 Apr 2021 at 07:02hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Strong warning sent to Police officers
The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has warned its overzealous members against smashing vehicle windscreens and use of metal spikes in order to effect arre...Published: 19 Apr 2021 at 20:56hrs | 1 | by Shelton Muchena
Police net 25 mshika shika vehicles
POLICE in Gwanda, Matabeleland South Province, impounded 25 illegal taxi operators popularly known as mshika shika during the Easter holidays. The police launched an operation code-named "Oper...Published: 10 Apr 2021 at 04:55hrs | | by Staff reporter
Govt steps up kombi seizures
Government has warned private kombis which are not under the Zimbabwe United Passengers Company (ZUPCO) service that they risk having their vehicles seized if they operate outside the state transport ...Published: 09 Nov 2020 at 06:59hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Bulawayo police impound 127 pirate taxis
POLICE in Bulawayo have impounded 127 vehicles that were pirating in defiance of the Government's travel regulations meant to curb the spread of Covid-19. Government in March banned private pu...Published: 09 Nov 2020 at 05:30hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Door shut on non-Zupco kombis
Private kombis and pirate taxes remain banned from carrying commuters and travellers as part of the precautions to contain the spread of Covid-19. However, owners of suitable kombis can still apply to...Published: 07 Nov 2020 at 05:48hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Kombis given green light to operate
GOVERNMENT has given commuter omnibuses the nod to start operating but they have to register with relevant authorities and also strictly comply with Covid-19 health guidelines. The kombis amon...Published: 24 Sep 2020 at 05:34hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
'Taming the Shrew' - Deaths on our Roads
Driving in Harare and in the highways of Zimbabwe has become distressful. Recent reports of high profile road traffic deaths refer. The traffic chaos has become a 'shrew.' There is urgent need to 'tam...Published: 19 Jun 2019 at 07:53hrs | 1 | by Engineer Tororiro Isaac Chaza PMP
Knives out for ZANU PF's Mlungisi Moyo
ZANU PF s provincial secretary for finance in Bulawayo might soon recalled from his position amidst accusations that he has set up parallel structures stuffed with illegal money changers in a plot to ...Published: 17 Nov 2018 at 08:56hrs | 2 | by Mandla Ndlovu
Taxi driver 'rapes, robs' woman
AN 18-year-old woman from Emakhandeni suburb in Bulawayo was allegedly raped and robbed on her way to the city centre by a pirate taxi driver who had offered her transport.The woman, whose ide...Published: 27 Feb 2018 at 05:52hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Chaos along Luveve Road, as operation 'tornado' nets 81 vehicles
POLICE in Bulawayo have impounded 81 vehicles without registration number plates in a blitz launched on Tuesday amid reports that unregistered cars are linked to serious crimes in the city.Pol...Published: 10 Feb 2018 at 09:55hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Pirate taxi crew robs hitch hiker
A MAN from Beitbridge was allegedly robbed of $950 and a cell phone at knife point by a pirate taxi driver and his accomplice.Mr Kenneth Kunze (31) of Granite area hired a pirate taxi, popular...Published: 23 May 2017 at 06:53hrs | | by Staff reporter
Kombi operators against new tax
The Zimbabwe Union of Drivers and Conductors (ZUDAC) has bemoaned the recent introduction of a presumptive tax on commuter omnibuses by Government, saying it could trigger a hike in targets by ope...Published: 06 Apr 2017 at 07:02hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Presidential Amnesty beneficiaries fuel crimes - police
DARING thieves in Harare are now targeting overnight parking lots to snatch cars and later use them as pirate taxes. Most of the suspects are beneficiaries of the Presidential Amne...Published: 26 Sep 2016 at 08:25hrs | 1 | by Thobekile Zhou
#ShutDownZimbabwe 3.0 off to a slow start
#ZimbabweShutDown 3.0 protest called by the opposition and civil society groups in Zimbabwe has had a slow start, according to reports from the capital, Harare, and the second city, Bulawayo....Published: 31 Aug 2016 at 08:29hrs | 5 | by Ndou Paul
#ZimShutDown update: Kombis and mshikashika on the road
Traffic on Samora Machel and CBD looking normal this morning. Kombis and mshikashika on the road.Traffic on Samora Machel an...Published: 31 Aug 2016 at 07:11hrs | 1 | by Online
'Only courts can impose $200 fine'
It has emerged that only the courts can fine motorists and pedestrians $200 for picking up passengers or boarding vehicles at undesignated points as the police cannot collect fines above $20....Published: 02 Jul 2016 at 12:02hrs | 1 | by Crime Reporter
MDC-T, this is our city too!
It does not take much talent, less so the proverbial mastery of the science of robotics, to note that the state of Harare City Council and many other urban councils has deteriorated rapidly since the ...Published: 04 May 2016 at 06:54hrs | | by Staff writer
Zuma impeachment bid on today
President Jacob Zuma faces another bid for his impeachment when parties debate the Democratic Alliance's (DA) call for him to be removed from office in the National Assembly today.National Ass...Published: 05 Apr 2016 at 06:32hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
People having sleepless nights plotting my demise, says Zuma
Durban - There were people spending sleepless nights plotting his downfall, President Jacob Zuma told a supportive crowd in his home province on Sunday, ...Published: 04 Apr 2016 at 13:35hrs | 1 | by Amanda Khoza, News24
Council, govt must recognise kombi operators- resident
A Harare resident Obert Pasi has called on the Harare City Council and the government to recognise the commuter operators jobs of ferrying people to and from work which makes the nation's economy ...Published: 05 Jan 2016 at 15:06hrs | | by Stephen Jakes
Parly approves US$100 traffic fines
Parliament has approved an increase in fines for various traffic offences from between US$5 and US$20 to a maximum US$100.The new fines become effective this Friday on New Year's day.Motor...Published: 27 Dec 2015 at 09:59hrs | | by Levi Mukarati
Herald blames MDC-T for changing Harare to a bad city since 2000
Herald political commentator Caesar Zvayi has accused the MDC-T for bringing a negative development in the city of Harare saying since year 2000 when the party took over the city Harare has seen i...Published: 05 Aug 2015 at 06:13hrs | | by Stephen Jakes
Harare world class status a pipedream
IT's 7am on a Tuesday morning and already there is traffic congestion on almost all the narrow roads leading into Harare's central business district.For almost half an hour at the corner of Sa...Published: 13 Feb 2015 at 14:48hrs | | by Hazel Ndebele
The Harare city authorities must learn to respect residents
Today, I am forced to respond to the Herald story with the headline 'Harare concedes it's illegal to hold clamped cars'. When people who are prevailing over a system become serial liars, then the...Published: 26 Jan 2015 at 07:50hrs | | by Bishop Happison Chikova
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