By Charmaine Kwenda
The Harare Magistrates’ Court has sentenced Ruzvidzo Freedom (32), of Hatcliffe, to two years in prison after he was caught driving against oncoming traffic at the busy Second Street (Sam Nujoma) and Upper East Road intersection on August 28, 2025.
According to the National Prosecuting Authority of Zimbabwe (NPAZ), Freedom was driving a Toyota Hiace when he ignored traffic rules, entered a one-way lane, and obstructed other motorists during rush hour.
Although no injuries were recorded, the court ruled that his actions placed the public at serious risk.
His driver’s licence has been cancelled, and he has been permanently prohibited from driving vehicles in classes 2, 4, and 5 covering minibuses, trucks, and heavy vehicles.
The NPAZ stressed that reckless driving will not be tolerated, warning that offenders face harsh penalties including imprisonment and lifetime driving bans.
“Public safety comes first, and every reckless driver is a potential killer on our roads,” the authority said.