Cabinet endorses “Operation Chenesa Harare,” a government-led campaign to remove illegal vendors from Harare’s business areas and Central Business District (CBD). The Local Government Ministry says the operation is implemented through the Harare City Council and aims to “flush out” vendors operating unlawfully in the capital.
Local Government Minister Daniel Garwe is reported as having launched the initiative, with the broader government declaring it an intensive 60-day programme. Sources also indicate the campaign targets commercial parts of Harare including areas such as Newlands, Belvedere and Belgravia. Both outlets describe the same core steps—Cabinet backing, ministry launch, and city council implementation—without presenting conflicting details about scope or authorities involved.
While the coverage is largely aligned on the purpose and timeframe, differences are limited to how outlets frame the campaign’s rollout. One outlet provides more context on the programme’s implementation and the specific Harare neighbourhoods referenced, whereas the other restates the Cabinet endorsement and the 60-day duration.
