“NO EXEMPTIONS ON TWO WHEELS!” Delivery Bikers and Motorcyclists Caught in ZRP Smart Traffic Blitz
Written By: AUDREY L & Mhepo News Desk | Updated: October 28, 2026 | 5 min read
Delivery bikers and other motorcyclists plying urban routes will face strict enforcement under Zimbabwe’s automated Smart Traffic Management System (STMS), as police widen their surveillance net to catch all road users violating traffic regulations.
With smart cameras already capturing millions of violations and dispatching automated mobile alerts directly to vehicle and bike owners, the message from the police command centre is clear: two wheels grant no immunity on the road. Dive into the full breakdown of the expanded enforcement.
Smart Traffic Enforcement: Quick Facts
Here is a quick snapshot of how the automated traffic surveillance system impacts delivery bikers and motorists.
Smart Traffic Blitz Fact Sheet
Delivery bikers and motorcyclists must comply fully with traffic laws or face automated penalties.
Smart AI cameras have already recorded 4.8 million traffic violations nationwide.
Offenders receive SMS notifications containing video links and fine details.
Motorcyclists and Delivery Bikers Included in Blitz
ZRP Assistant Commissioner Gajiwett Gomo issued the stern warning during a media familiarisation tour of the system’s command centre at the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) Headquarters in Harare.
Gomo emphasized that motorcyclists, including those working in the high-pressure delivery sector, would not enjoy any special exemptions from the automated enforcement measures targeting errant road users.
Expanding the Enforcement Scope:“The warning signals that the system’s reach extends far beyond motorists driving cars, with delivery bikers also expected to comply strictly with all traffic regulations.”
Smart Cameras Record 4.8 Million Violations
Since the activation of the Smart Traffic Management System (STMS) across selected central business districts, authorities report that AI-powered cameras have captured an staggering 4.8 million traffic violations.
Motorists and registered bike owners have already begun receiving mobile phone notifications containing video footage links and fine details. The system detects speeding, running red lights, mobile phone use while driving, seatbelt violations, and illegal passenger pickups.
Beware of Unauthorised Agents: Use Official Channels
Alongside the nationwide rollout, police have issued a strong caution against paying fines through unauthorised intermediaries or self-appointed agents claiming to collect cash on behalf of the force.
Drivers and bikers can verify recorded violations and pay deposit fines safely through official government platforms:
Official Fine Verification Portals
For physical assistance, motorists and riders can visit designated police stations including Harare Central Traffic, Warren Park Traffic, Avondale Traffic, Milton Park, Marlborough, Mabelreign, Mbare Traffic, and Chitungwiza Traffic.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. ZRP has explicitly confirmed that delivery bikers and other motorcyclists are fully subject to the Smart Traffic Management System and must obey all traffic regulations.
Registered vehicle and bike owners receive mobile SMS notifications containing offence details, fine amounts, and links to recorded video footage.
Fines can be verified and paid securely through the official portals www.paymyfines.co.zw and www.paymyfines.gov.zw, or at designated traffic police stations.
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