Moyo Town Council Tightens Regulations on Scrap Business to Curb Rampant Theft

Enzama Patrick said that the council's resolution was encouraged by complaints that scrap dealers were purchasing valuable and stolen household items under the guise of scrap.

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Authorities in Moyo district have issued strict enforcement on the operation of scrap dealers to stop rampant theft deals in the area.

In a district security committee meeting chaired by the assistant town clerk, Enzama Patrick held on Tuesday, January 14, 2025, the town leaders deliberated on modified measures to censor scrap dealers whose resolutions take effect today, Friday, January 17, 2025.

Enzama Patrick said that the council’s resolution was encouraged by complaints that scrap dealers were purchasing valuable and stolen household items under the guise of scrap.

“The items such as functioning wheelbarrows and saucepans reportedly stolen from neighborhoods were among those being sold,” Enzama said.

According to him, all scrap dealers should adhere to the new regulations which involves issuance of receipts from the dealers on every item sold.

“Non-compliance will result in the revocation of licenses,” Enzama added.

Kibwika Siraji, the chairperson of the scrap business group in Moyo, acknowledged the challenges, revealing that efforts had been made to regulate the sector.

“In the past, vandalism was rampant, but as a leadership, we have tried to enforce some controls,” he said.

Long-time scrap dealer Atama Siraji emphasized the need for community awareness to address misunderstandings and foster cooperation.

“The council raised these issues based on community complaints. It is now important to involve locals in sensitization efforts to address their concerns,” he said.

However, the town council chairperson, Chandiga Ceaser, advocated for a temporary suspension of scrap-related activities until the business is streamlined.

He highlighted the shift from handling scrap to reselling household items within the community, which has fueled mistrust among residents.

“The dealers no longer limit themselves to scrap. They are dealing in usable items and reselling them locally. This practice is creating tension because people are finding their stolen property within the same community, which fosters conflict and disunity,” Chandiga explained.

He mentioned that there were no bad intentions in this move; all these efforts by the council aim at restoring harmony and integrity in Moyo town, ensuring that the scrap business operates transparently and responsibly.

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