Mutsa Connie Homera
The Government has invited stakeholders and members of the public to contribute to the proposed regulations governing e-hailing services in Zimbabwe ahead of their planned promulgation by December 31, 2026.
The Ministry of Transport and Infrastructural Development has released the Draft E-Hailing Regulations for public review in line with a Cabinet directive requiring the regulations to be put in place by the end of the year.
The proposed regulations are expected to provide a regulatory framework for e-hailing services, which have become an increasingly important part of the country’s urban transport system.
In a statement, the Ministry said the public consultation process would allow stakeholders to scrutinise the proposed Statutory Instrument and submit recommendations before it is finalised.
“The Ministry invites stakeholders and members of the public to review the proposed Draft Statutory Instrument and submit their views and recommendations before promulgation to inform the development of a regulatory framework for e-hailing services in Zimbabwe,” said the Ministry.
It said public participation was critical in shaping a transport system that promotes safety, efficiency and proper regulation of e-hailing operations.
“Your input is important in shaping safe, efficient and well-regulated e-hailing services,” the Ministry said.
The release of the draft regulations marks a step towards formalising the e-hailing sector, with the Government seeking to set clear guidelines for service providers and other industry players.
The Cabinet directive expects the regulations to be promulgated by December 31, 2026.
