Story by Luis Nhika
THE Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has taken a significant step towards strengthening partnerships with the private sector by engaging chief executive officers and managing directors from various companies in a high-level discussion on crime trends, security management and the insurance landscape in Zimbabwe.
The engagement provided a platform for business leaders and security service providers to gain deeper insights into emerging crime patterns, the security challenges affecting businesses, and practical measures to reduce vulnerabilities.
Businesses were encouraged to adopt comprehensive risk management strategies, maintain proper security infrastructure and ensure compliance with insurance requirements to minimise losses in the event of criminal incidents.
“We have learnt a lot from the initiative. We are now aware of how to handle such cases. We also learnt to provide insurance for our companies to be prepared when such crime incidents occur,” Security Manager at Mutapa Gold Resources in Shamva, Mr Moses Makonese said.
“We greatly appreciate the engagement by the Zimbabwe Republic Police. It has provided valuable insights into current crime trends and practical measures that businesses can implement to strengthen security. Such interactions enhance collaboration between the private sector and law enforcement, helping us better protect our employees, customers and assets. A secure business environment is essential for economic growth, investor confidence and the achievement of Zimbabwe’s Vision 2030 aspirations,” Peace security company CEO, Dr Abel Mubango added.
“It is an important opportunity to share experiences and align security practices with national efforts to curb crime. Continuous interaction between the police and private security providers enhances information sharing, improves response mechanisms and strengthens crime detection and prevention,” ZRP Spokesperson, Commissioner Paul Nyathi said.
The initiative comes at a time when Zimbabwe is intensifying efforts to create a secure environment that promotes investment, industrial growth and job creation.
