I witnessed the practice of maladministration in the Zambia Police Traffic Section. This occurred when I was stopped by the Zambia Police officer because i did not have his driver’s licence in my possession.

As a result of this, the Police got my motor vehicle white book and fitness certificate and demanded for the payment of K500.00 or K300.00 in the alternative.

I contacted a reputable non governmmental organistion to inquire on whether the Police were legally right to confiscate my motor vehicle white book and fitness certificate as well as demanding for the payment. That organisation immediately intervened on the matter with the Zambia Police through the Integrity Committee and the Traffic Department. The matter was later resolved and I was given back my white book and fitness certificate without paying the K500.00 allegedly demanded by the Zambia Police Traffic Officers.

Central Province