Minister of Home Affairs Obert Mpofu has said that the government has set up various measures to ensure that motorists, in particular tourists will no longer be harassed by the officers from the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP). The government wants to improve the ZRP’s image which had taken a huge dent under the tenure of former police commissioner Augustine Chihuri. The ZRP had become notorious for launching numerous roadblocks across the country’s roads where motorists were allegedly extorted. Said Mpofu,
There has been a national outcry over the number of police roadblocks on the country’s roads. Therefore, as part of the Government’s 100-day plan, we are working on swiftly improving the image of our country. We want to ensure that tourists are never again subjected to harassment from any Government departments, in particular, the police force. I have also since directed all institutions within the ministry to professionally interface with tourists.
There is quite some excitement about Zimbabwe. Many tourists have been positively complimenting and recommending Zimbabwe as a destination. I may not have the figures off my head but I will assure you that they are good.
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