With the Easter and Independence Day holidays around the corner, the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has launched a comprehensive national operation to safeguard public safety, tackle criminal activity, and ensure orderly celebrations. The force’s message is clear: this is a season of reflection, family, and national pride—but it must also be one of caution, compliance, and collective responsibility.
Among the most pressing concerns addressed is road safety, with ZRP warning against night travel and the use of unregistered or unfit vehicles. In a country where holiday road accidents are all too common, the clampdown on pirate taxis, unlicensed buses, and defective vehicles is both necessary and overdue. Commanders have been given firm directives—no illegal operators will be allowed to bypass checkpoints, and roadblocks will be actively enforced.
The campaign extends well beyond the roads. ZRP has intensified efforts to fight violent crime, drug abuse, and theft, with a strong emphasis on public engagement. Patrols, stop-and-search operations, and awareness campaigns will be active nationwide. Citizens have been urged to report drug bases, suspicious activity, or criminal operations, with dedicated contact platforms made available, including a WhatsApp tip-off line.
As schools break for the holidays, the spotlight is also on youth protection. Parents and guardians have been called upon to monitor their children’s activities closely to prevent cases of drug and substance abuse—an area the ZRP has made a national priority through its ongoing “Blitz on Drug Balance.”
Liquor outlet compliance is also a key focus. Authorities will be shutting down unlicensed shops and taking legal action against illegal operators. ZRP has reminded licensed premises to observe regulated trading hours, warning that non-compliance will be met with firm action.
In a broader context, the ZRP’s holiday campaign is not only about policing—it’s about prevention. Businesses have been cautioned to manage internal financial information wisely, while the public has been advised not to keep or carry large sums of cash, especially during peak shopping and celebration days.
While enforcement remains central, the ZRP’s approach this year stands out for its focus on community responsibility. Safety, they stress, is a collective mission. The blend of increased police presence, strategic operations, and public awareness aims to reduce crime and accidents during a time that should be defined by peace and national unity.
As Zimbabwe gears up for Easter and commemorates 45 years of independence, these efforts set the tone for responsible celebration—where patriotism, vigilance, and harmony walk hand in hand.
