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Africa-Press – Zimbabwe. <\/strong><\/span>The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has warned members of the public against transporting, possessing and selling firewood and charcoal without permission from authorities.<\/p>\n

In a statement, seen by Pindula News, police said they had arrested one Learnmore Zhakata for possession of 400 bags of charcoal without a permit. Reads the police statement:<\/p>\n

The ZRP warns the public against wanton cutting down of trees, transporting of firewood without permits, possession of charcoal or selling firewood without the requisite permits.<\/p>\n

On 22\/03\/22, Police in Muzarabani arrested Larnmore Zhakata (35) for possession of 400 bags of charcoal without a permit. The contraband was intercepted at Muzarabani Boomgate in a DAF truck AFJ 2196 which was destined for Harare.<\/p>\n

This comes barely a fortnight after police in Beatrice arrested ten people for contravening the Forestry Act after they were found in possession of varying quantities of charcoal adding to 160 bags.<\/p>\n

Similarly, police in Nyamapanda also announced the arrest of 3 people for possession of 110 bags of charcoal without a permit.<\/p>\n

Zimbabweans have been turning to alternatives of power due to acute shortages of electricity in the country.<\/p>\n

Some are resorting to using Liquid Petroleum Gas (LP Gas) for household purposes.<\/p>\n

For More News And Analysis About Zimbabwe<\/a> Follow Africa-Press<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Africa-Press – Zimbabwe. The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has warned members of the public against transporting, possessing and selling firewood and charcoal without permission from authorities. In a statement, seen by Pindula News, police said they had arrested one Learnmore Zhakata for possession of 400 bags of charcoal without a permit. 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