By Staff Reporter

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has issued a stern warning to motorists against driving vehicles without displaying number plates, emphasizing that such vehicles will be impounded in accordance with the law.

In a statement, the police reminded the public that any vehicle moving on the country’s roads without number plates, as required under the Vehicle Registration and Licensing Act Chapter 13:14, will face legal consequences.

“The Zimbabwe Republic Police remind the public that any vehicle moving on the country’s roads without displaying number plates as required under the Vehicle Registration and Licensing Act Chapter 13:14, will be impounded for the law to take its course,” reads the statement.

The ZRP further stated that impounded vehicles will only be released once the necessary registration process has been completed with the relevant authorities.

“The public should take note that this applies to all vehicles, whether family-owned, public-owned, company vehicles, Government or privately owned.”

Police also expressed concern over the increasing number of vehicles being sold without proper documentation and ownership transfers not being completed within the required two-week period under the vehicle registration process.

“Motorists and vehicle owners should take note and accordingly assist in the maintenance of law and order in the country. The Zimbabwe Republic Police has noted with concern the proliferation of vehicles being sold and change of ownership not effected within two weeks as required under the vehicle registration process,” the statement continued.

The warning comes as authorities intensify efforts to ensure compliance with road regulations, aiming to curb crime and improve road safety. The ZRP urged all motorists to adhere to registration laws to avoid penalties and the impounding of their vehicles.

Meanwhile, the ZRP has issued a warning to members of the public to desist from participating in acts that contravene any section of the country`s constitution. They warned that those planning to hold unsanctioned protests will face the full wrath of the law.

This comes in the wake of arrests of some cluster leaders who were attempting to organise demonstrations in some Harare suburbs.