17/07/2025
"Kanengo Police court community members on safety and securit"
Kanengo Police Station has today on Thursday ,July 17 2025, engaged various stakeholders such as traditional leaders, kabaza operators and faith leaders to find ways of tackling violent crimes in Area 25 and surrounding areas.
Speaking during the meeting, Kanengo Police Station Officer Mr. Mackenzie Chigumula Assistant Commissioner of Police assured the people of maximum security, saying police have put in place strategies like increased police presence in the communities through intensive patrols.
The Station Officer implored everyone to jointly work with the police through information sharing, and ensure that they report suspicious individuals to the police.
Central West Region Executive Committee Chairperson Dr. Alex Chapondera has challenged traditional leaders to establish community policing structures in all the 72 blocks by Friday next week.
Block leader for Sector 2B (Area 25 C) Wickson Zenengeya, who represented Sub T/A Zakariya commended the police for assuring them of their safety, saying chiefs are ready to work with them.
During the meeting, participants shared their views as regards to promoting peace and security in the affected areas.
Some of the key points include improved police-community relationships, officers' transparency and accountability and the responsible use of social media, among others.
Other speakers during the meeting include the Regional Community Policing Coordinator, Superintendent Byson Golden, Station Community Policing Coordinator for Kanengo, Inspector Graciano Chirombo, Detective Inspector Medai Msiska, and Station Executive Committe Chairperson, Henry Madzimayera.
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