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Hi AllIn the beginning, before the advent of the Big City, we all lived in small villages in the middle of large open spaces. Man had lots of room to move around and had time to enjoy the best aspects of nature falling asleep in the evenings under bright canopies filled with millions of stars […]

It is very important to consider other road users on roads with pothole risks. Sudden changes in direction may be deadly, especially for our most vulnerable road users. Among the crash reports on the Arrive Alive website, we have found numerous examples of injury and death to pedestrians and cyclists where drivers have lost control […]

HI All To have the most benefit out of a game of golf requires a good 7 hours of the day – driving to and from the golf club; playing 18 holes; a shower afterwards; followed by a few drinks with your playing 4 ball. I, therefore, try to ensure that I do not have […]

Hi All I flew over to Brisbane on Qantas last weekend for my annual visit to see my daughters and granddaughters. The young ladies and I were going to compete in a Sprint Triathlon for the first time together in the Sunshine Coast tomorrow Lo and behold, though, I was informed on arrival that the […]

In modern society, the mother-to-be simply can’t stay at home and wait around for nine months. Our pregnant road users need to know that unless they suffer from a special condition, they can live normal lives without too many changes. As long as it is comfortable, they can get in a car right up until […]

Whether you’re involved in a bumper bashing or a more serious crash, whether you’re a driver, passenger, or even an onlooker, a road accident is an upsetting situation in which to find yourself. What do you do as soon as you are over the initial shock? Here’s our guide to what to do after an […]

4 min…. read In Zimbabwe, where the roads are often crowded and traffic flows continuously, courteous driving practices are paramount. Understanding and adhering to driving etiquette can significantly enhance road safety and create a more pleasant driving environment. Driving is an everyday activity for millions, yet it can also be one of the most dangerous. […]

Zimbabwe is well known for electrical storms and lightning. However beautiful these might be at times, they also present a deadly and very real threat to those caught in the open. Approximately hundreds of people are killed by lightning in our country each year. It’s not always possible to predict where and when lightning will strike, […]

Hi All Every now and then one needs to just stop for a moment and state to yourself “Time Out”. I’ve been training hard over the past few weeks, and we’ve been so busy over the last month advising our many Softrite Customers on the best way to summarise their 2024 payroll payments for all […]

Hi All Long-distance running has always done it for me – I’ve probably run about 70,000 km in the last 50 + years of ultra marathons. It takes determination and true dedication to reach that stage where you are “talking” fit – that place where you can have an intellectual chat with similarly fit running mates […]

Couple argue. There are a wide variety of driver distractions on our roads. These distractions are leading to many unnecessary road crashes and car insurance claims! Most reports on distracted driving nowadays address the risks of cellular conversations and texting while driving. Research has revealed that most motorists are much more scared of sharing the roads with […]

Many new drivers will take to the road after successfully passing their driving tests. You may have some hiccups along the way and not know how best to cope. Statistics show that the first six months of solo driving are when you are most at risk. This week’s tips advise new drivers from Drive Zimbabwe […]

After the Christmas holidays, many of us in the Country are feeling the pinch. Every little saving counts and money-saving tips are more relevant than ever. Here are some practical ways to help you, as a driver, save on fuel and car expenses—not just this January! Switch Off Your Engine When Idle Turn off your […]

As the new year starts, bringing with it the buzz of reopening schools, there is an essential aspect that often gets overlooked in the back-to-school rush: car safety. With the roads bustling with young learners commuting to and from school, putting their safety first is paramount. With this in mind, we thought it would be […]

Do not bribe traffic officials for any violations of the rules of the road and traffic laws. In the context of the upcoming festive season.    Corruption and Traffic Enforcement The effect of corruption is not only a loss of state revenue. When corrupt officials allow motorists who speed or are driving vehicles that are not […]

Hi All Farming, here in Zimbabwe, is generally labour intensive with eager workers requiring skilful management backed up with an organised administration setup. Generally, when a farmer starts out, he just takes on a few locally based labourers to plough and plant the fields. He then sits down by his computer, at the end of […]

Hi All I’ve just returned from competing in the annual Small Bridge Triathlon. Small Bridge is a large lake situated at the start of the Eastern Highlands some 40km north of Mutare. This short drive takes one along steep, winding roads with good tar to an elevation of 1551 m – 330m above that of […]

The 2024 festive season is underway and many Zimbabweans will still travel to destinations across the country. Here’s some important information to know before you take to the road!  The Christmas holiday season is upon us and many holidaymakers will be heading out onto Zimbabwean roads to destinations around the country for relaxation. More so, […]

Hi All Early yesterday morning I drove down to a National Tree Planting demonstration alongside the Pomona Art Wall with some of my staff from Softrite and Bambazonke Nhasi. Clean and Green celebrated a monumental milestone with a very successful Tree Planting of 14 Acacia Sieberiana trees, along Pomona Art Wall on Borrowdale Road. Click here […]

Earlier sunset It’s almost that time of the year again. The December holidays are just around the corner, and many people’s minds are already yearning for a well-deserved break. Thousands of holidaymakers will be travelling on Zimbabwe’s roads to ensure an enjoyable journey. We have some very important holiday travel safety tips. After daylight savings time […]

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Hi All  Please bring your Company Gazebo along with a community-inspiring mindset to Pomona Art Wall next Tuesday at 9 am. A sponsor for drinking water and Pizza Snacks would be appreciated. Contact Sharon at +263 772 240 442. Set up before 8 am. We are very fortunate to have people in our community who go out of […]

Anyone who has ever had the displeasure of being left at the roadside because their car has broken down can appreciate just how important such assistance is. Whether driving to work, embarking on a road trip, or simply doing errands, an unplanned problem in your car can quickly ruin the day. This is where roadside […]

The Road Safety Threat posed by Potholes The threats from potholes can be more severe than merely a financial risk. We have witnessed crash reports of even fatal crashes caused by head-on collisions directly related to potholes. Sometimes a driver may swerve in front of oncoming traffic after losing control of his vehicle, having driven through […]