Harare cameras target traffic offenders

Harare's newly-installed surveillance cameras are now fully operational, targeting traffic offenders in the central business district with immediate prosecution, as part of the city's broader urban management plan, as reported by Daily News. The crackdown aims to enforce road discipline and reduce accidents, with motorists caught running red lights or speeding facing fines and court appearances. However, critics question the transparency of the system and its potential for revenue-driven enforcement rather than safety, noting that the cameras were installed without public consultation. The city council insists the system will improve traffic flow and accountability, but residents worry about privacy and the use of fines as a revenue stream. The initiative is part of Harare's 2025-45 Master Plan to modernise urban infrastructure.