Zimbabwean government launch blitz to stem tide of cross-border smuggling of goods during festive season

HUNDREDS of travellers, mainly cross-border traders and shoppers, were reportedly stranded in Beitbridge after bus operators withdrew services to avoid having their buses impounded in a government operation targeting smuggled goods. NewsDay reported that several buses have been seized, and operators face fines of up to US$60,000 for transporting suspected contraband. The operation is part of efforts to clamp down on smuggling.

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