Source: Harare impounds 13 200 vehicles in first three months of the year – herald
Zimpapers Correspondent
THE Harare City Council impounded 13 200 vehicles during the first three months of the year as it stepped up traffic enforcement operations targeting illegal parking, unlicensed vehicles and other violations disrupting order on the capital’s roads.
The city generated US$87 376 in revenue from the exercise.
The figures point to both intensified enforcement and persistent non-compliance among motorists, as the local authority moves to restore sanity and improve traffic flow in the city centre and its precincts.
Monthly statistics show sustained activity, with 4 428 vehicles impounded in January, 4 167 in February and 4 605 in March.
City of Harare chamber secretary Advocate Warren Chiwawa revealed the figures during the Traffic Enforcement Officers Master Parade held last week, saying they reflect the scale of the challenge confronting the authorities.
“This reflects both the scale of enforcement and extent of non-compliance we continue to address. It underscores the need for sustained, focused and strategic enforcement,” he said.
Adv Chiwawa noted that enforcement efforts had remained consistently high, with 58 830 vehicles impounded or clamped in 2025, generating more than US$1,1 million for the city.
The capital, he added, is now prioritising the adoption of smart enforcement systems to improve efficiency, curb corruption and reduce direct contact between officers and motorists.
“One of our key priorities is the adoption of smart enforcement. The integration of technology into traffic management will improve efficiency, enhance transparency and reduce unnecessary human interface,” he said.
Adv Chiwawa also raised concern over the safety of traffic enforcement officers, revealing that 2025 recorded the highest number of serious injuries among personnel, with some officers sustaining permanent disabilities in the line of duty.
“This must remind us to fully observe safety measures as we carry out our daily routine duties and maintain operational effectiveness,” he said. He commended officers for their professionalism, adding that their work remains critical to road safety and the smooth functioning of the city’s economy.
“Your role is central to the effective management of road safety within our city. You carry the responsibility of enforcing compliance, maintaining order and ensuring the smooth flow of traffic,” Adv Chiwawa said.
He called for firm and consistent action against errant motorists, particularly repeat offenders.
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