Zimbabwe is rapidly advancing the establishment of a State-administered Road Accident Fund (RAF) to provide immediate medical aid and faster assistance to crash victims. This decisive move comes in the wake of the recent devastating Chivhu tragedy, which claimed 28 lives and injured six others in a head-on collision on the Harare-Masvingo Highway. President Mnangagwa declared a State of Disaster following the incident, prompting a sweeping overhaul of the country’s road accident compensation system.
The proposed Road Accident Fund Administration Bill, currently in an advanced stage after nationwide consultations, marks a significant departure from the existing system of compulsory third-party motor insurance provided by private companies. The new fund aims to guarantee aid without requiring victims to prove fault, streamlining the process for those affected by the nation’s alarming road carnage.
Key Players Involved
- Zimbabwean Government: Fast-tracking legislation for the new Road Accident Fund.
- President Mnangagwa: Declared a State of Disaster after the Chivhu tragedy.
- Transport and Infrastructural Development Minister Felix Mhona: Overseeing the advanced stages of the Road Accident Fund Administration Bill.
Event Timeline
- September 5, 2026: News breaks regarding the fast-tracking of the Road Accident Fund.
- Recently: The Chivhu tragedy claimed 28 lives, prompting government action.
