Government warns greedy operators over fare hikes
Commuter fares basically doubled or tripled overnight after a fuel-price bump, and Zimbabwe’s government is pointing fingers at greedy transport operators.
Fare hikes are hitting commuters hard
- Prices jumped from US$0.50 to roughly US$1.25.
- Some routes saw increases beyond 150 percent.
- Urban kombi operators raised fares the fastest.
- Long-distance bus pricing stayed mostly stable.
The government blames operator greed
- Gabriel Masvora accused operators of exploiting commuters.
- Levy reductions were meant to cushion consumers.
- Authorities called the 100-percent markup unjustified.
ZERA’s new fuel numbers kicked in
- Diesel climbed to US$1.77 per litre officially.
- Petrol blend hit US$1.71 under ZERA’s pricing.
- Real pump prices crept even higher at some stations.
- Changes took effect starting 4 March 2026.
