Zimbabwe to Install More Traffic Cameras on Highways and Intersections as Automated Fines System Expands

Zimbabwe is preparing to widen its electronic traffic enforcement network, with dozens of additional surveillance cameras set to be installed at busy intersections and along major highways.

The expansion will increase the number of locations monitored by the system, which automatically detects traffic violations and issues fines without requiring police officers to stop motorists.

Home Affairs and Cultural Heritage Minister Dr Kazembe Kazembe outlined the plans yesterday, saying the programme would be implemented in phases as authorities work towards extending automated monitoring across the country.

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92 More Camera Sites Planned

The first phase of the electronic traffic management programme saw cameras installed at 20 major locations, mainly in Harare.

According to The Herald, under the next stage, authorities intend to introduce surveillance equipment at another 36 sites, while a further 56 locations have been earmarked for the third phase.

Kazembe said the system’s modular design would allow Government to expand its coverage progressively, bringing more roads and intersections under automated monitoring.

The rollout will eventually cover major highways, where additional technology will be used to detect speeding motorists and automatically generate electronic tickets.

Government Officials Will Not Be Spared Traffic Fines

The Home Affairs Minister also made it clear that the automated enforcement system would apply equally to all motorists, regardless of their positions or connections.

He said senior Government officials and politically influential individuals would not receive special treatment when caught committing traffic offences.

“Technology does not care who you are,” Kazembe said.

The cameras are designed to identify several violations, including running red lights, using mobile phones while driving and other breaches of traffic regulations.

By removing the need for officers to manually monitor every intersection, the system is also expected to reduce opportunities for corruption during traffic enforcement.