Online Reporter
Anesu January
Herald Reporter
The City of Harare has issued a notice to all businesses operating in and around the capital, urging them to settle their arrears and obtain relevant business licenses to avoid closures and penalties.
In a notice, the acting town clerk, Engineer Phakamile Moyo said the council has launched an operation to ensure all businesses comply with relevant by-laws.
“The City of Harare is clamping down on lawlessness and illegal business operations in and around the city,” he said.
“The city will disconnect water from all commercial and industrial properties that are in arrears and have no valid business licenses.
“The City Health Department shall inspect premises and close down those operating without running water in contravention of the Public Health Act Chapter 15.17 and the Harare licensed premises by-law.”
“Those without valid business licenses are urged to urgently visit our Rowan Martin Building to regularise their operations and settle their arrears,” he said.
“The city has established a dedicated desk to assist with business license applications and renewals to speed up the process and promote the ease of doing business.
