Tinted Car Windows Prohibited in Zimbabwe, Exceptions Only for VIP and Security Vehicles

The Government of Zimbabwe has reportedly announced a ban on tinted car windows for both public transport and private vehicles.

However, security and VIP vehicles will be exempt from the measure, EarGround TV reveals.

The decision follows investigations that revealed drugs being hidden in vehicles with heavily tinted windows.

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Motorists Urged to Remove Window Tints

According to H-Metro, motorists have been urged to remove tints from their vehicles as authorities intensify efforts to curb drug and substance abuse.

The call was made on Tuesday by Tafadzwa Muguti, the Permanent Secretary for Presidential Affairs and Devolution, who said the measure is part of the government’s broader strategy to improve road safety and reduce criminal activity.

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Focus on Road Safety and Security

Authorities explained that the initiative aims to make vehicle interiors more visible, allowing law enforcement to detect and prevent illicit drug transportation while ensuring safer roads for all.

Social Media Reacts

The move has sparked a wave of reactions on social media.

Here are some of the comments:

@Teeqay Tacool;

Being spotted uri 1 mumota nembavha ma1 vanozviziva here??????

@Norma Sipapate Chimbo;

Apa it actually protects us as ladies, you won’t be targeted kana vasingaone kuti mumota munani.

@Willard Tonderai Nzwere;

And that makes it easier for thieves to spot stuff in the car and there is gonna be a rise of smash and grab…

@Rock Gee;

Tofamba tiri muWater glass here vakomana ngavamiswe ava.

@Samanyanga;

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 zim gvt simba rowandira kumuromo sepinjisi! Tsveeee kuita adopt technology to curb criminal activities take take nematint edu.

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