A motorcycle rider and passenger were killed in a head-on collision with a Hino Ranger vehicle along Mukumbura Road on Saturday morning.
The ZRP confirmed the tragic accident, saying the motorcycle rider and passenger sustained head injuries and died on the spot.
According to the ZRP, the accident occurred at the 40-kilometer peg on Muzarabani-Mukumbura Road around 10:00 AM on January 25, 2025.
A Hino Ranger, with two passengers aboard, collided with the motorcycle, which had one passenger. Police said:
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The ZRP confirms a fatal road traffic accident which occurred at the 40-kilometre peg along Muzarabani-Mukumbura Road on 25/01/25 at around 1000 hours.
A Hino Ranger vehicle with two passengers on board was involved in a head-on collision with a motorcycle with one passenger on board.
As a result of the collision, the rider of the motorcycle and passenger sustained head injuries and died on the spot.
The bodies of the victims were taken to St Albert’s Hospital mortuary for post-mortem.
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In a separate incident on Friday, a motorcycle collided with a Zebra Kiss bus at the one-kilometre peg along Mapombo-Gozi Road in Murewa.
Both the rider and passenger of the motorcycle were killed after falling to the ground and being run over by the bus.

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A motorcycle crashed into a big truck, and both the rider and passenger on the motorcycle got hurt and died. The accident happened on a road in Zimbabwe on January 25, 2025. Another accident also happened with a bus and a motorcycle, where both people on the motorcycle died too. The police are investigating these accidents. The bodies of the victims were taken to the hospital for a check-up. It's important to always be careful on the road and follow safety rules.

Motorcycle Rider And Passenger Killed In Head-On Collision With Hino Truck

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has warned all motorcyclists and their passengers to refrain from riding without helmets, saying this practice is against the law.
In a statement issued on Monday, December 23, the ZRP warned that individuals found violating this regulation will be arrested. Police said:
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The ZRP warns all motorcyclists who are riding or moving on the roads with no helmets, with some carrying passengers, that arrests will be effected and the law will take its course without fear or favour.
Motorcyclists are accordingly urged to be law-abiding citizens and promote road safety in the country.
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Helmets are the most effective way to prevent severe head injuries and fatalities in motorcycle accidents.
They absorb the impact and provide a protective barrier between the rider’s head and the ground or other objects.
Furthermore, many helmets come with bright colours or reflective elements, making motorcyclists more visible to other road users.
This can help prevent accidents by alerting other drivers to motorcyclists’ presence, especially in low-light conditions.
Helmets also shield riders from wind, rain, dust, and debris, providing a more comfortable and safer riding experience.
They also reduce noise from wind and traffic, which can help riders stay more focused on the road.
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The police in Zimbabwe are telling motorcyclists they must wear helmets or they will be arrested. Helmets are important because they protect riders' heads in accidents. They also make riders easier to see in bad weather or at night. Helmets make riding more comfortable and help riders stay focused on the road. It's important for motorcyclists to follow the law and wear helmets to stay safe.

ZRP Cracks Down On Helmetless Motorcyclists

A 45-year-old Zimbabwean biker who crossed into South Africa illegally was arrested on Friday after a high-speed chase in Tembisa with officers from the Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Police Department (EMPD).
The spokesperson for the EMPD Constable Marie Mashishi said the man, who was riding a motorbike, initially ignored instructions to stop and later produced a “fake” Zimbabwean driving licence. <a href="https://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/not-so-fast-food-delivery-biker-in-high-speed-chase-with-cops-arrested-for-fake-zim-licence-in-ekurhuleni-2dfb1ff1-23da-4a7e-b30d-d97f52ce329f">IOL</a> quoted Mashishi as saying:
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On Friday 17 March 2023 at 1 pm, the Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Police Department (EMPD) Tembisa precinct officers arrested a 45-year-old male driver for being in possession of a doubtful official document in the Tembisa area.
Metro police officers busy with law enforcement on Andrew Mapheto Drive near Esangweni section made an attempt to stop a motorcyclist for riding inconsiderately.
A biker ignored instructions and a chase ensued, until he was cornered, on Straight-line Road, near the Caprivi entertainment centre.
The undocumented lawbreaker, from Zimbabwe, was handcuffed and taken to the Rabasotho police station after producing a fraudulent Zimbabwean-issued driver’s licence to officers.
A case of fraud has been registered and charges under the Immigration Act could be added against him.
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Mashishi said the Zimbabwean man is set to appear before the Tembisa Magistrate’s Court soon.
The biker’s red Big Boy scooter was impounded by the police and was towed to the Tembisa EMPD precinct for safekeeping.
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Zimbabwean Biker Arrested After High Speed Chase With South African Cops

Over 100 pirate taxis were on Wednesday reportedly impounded by police in Chinhoyi after some drivers celebrated the death of Sergeant Freddy Chipato, an escort motorbike rider who was killed on Good Friday.
Chipato, an escort motorbike outrider, was on traffic clearance duties to pave way for First Lady Auxillia Mnangagwa’s motorcade when he was killed.
His motorbike collided head-on with an oncoming Toyota Altezza and he died on the spot from the injuries he sustained from the crash.
Reports suggest that some unidentified motorists believed to be pirate taxi drivers drove to Chinhoyi Central Police Station’s main gate and started screeching tyres and sounding hooters.
Chipato was allegedly notorious for demanding bribes from motorists and touts. One of the drivers whose car was seized by the police told NewZimbabwe.com:
<blockquote>The police operation began early Wednesday morning. We heard from our police sources that what triggered the exercise was that some unidentified motorists came to the station and started skidding and sounding car horns.
Some arresting cops told us today they were punishing us for celebrating Chipato’s death.
Police are refusing to take admission of guilty fines and insisting they will only deal with us after two months and our cars will remain in police custody for the duration.</blockquote>
However, Mashonaland West police spokesperson, Inspector Margaret Chitove refuted claims that the clampdown on Mushikashika vehicles was in retaliation to the alleged celebrations.
Chitove said the blitz was aimed at eradicating lawlessness from the roads and regulating the public transport system. She said:
<blockquote>As Chinhoyi Traffic we are currently on an ongoing operation targeting ‘mushikashika’ (pirate taxis) and touts. We want to warn all those who are operating illegal taxis that we are not going back until sanity prevails in Chinhoyi.</blockquote>
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