Zimbabwe Republic Police have said that they will not allow travelling during the Easter holidays as a way of enforcing the national 21-day lockdown.
The announcement was made in a statement by police national spokesperson Assistant Commissioner Paul Nyathi. The statement reads in part:
The police are urging all Zimbabweans to observe Easter holiday while at home with a view of containing the spread of COVID-19 virus.
No movement of vehicles or people will be allowed on the country’s roads, except those with exemptions. Those with exemptions should also act responsibly and avoid abusing the privilege.
These remarks come when reports suggest that the number of vehicles entering Harare’s central business district, since the lockdown was imposed, is steadily rising.
Normally, the Easter holidays are associated with religious gatherings while others take the period to meet with families and or other events such as weddings.
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