The Zim Driving Learners website is aligned with The Highway Code of Zimbabwe (Traffic Safety Council of Zimbabwe, © 2017). It provides comprehensive learner materials for new drivers, with diagrams, speed rules, vehicle controls, road signs, and more — all drawn from the official Code. Whether you are preparing for your first provisional test or refreshing your knowledge, this platform delivers what you need.
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📘 The Zimbabwe Highway Code
Download the official upgraded Highway Code — the complete legal and practical guide for all road users in Zimbabwe. This is your #1 study resource.
© 2017 Traffic Safety Council of Zimbabwe — UHC 115007 | Printed by Printflow (Private) Limited
Key Numbers Every Driver Must Know
40
km/h
Urban / built-up area speed limit
18m
stopping
Overall stopping distance at 40 km/h
36m
stopping
Overall stopping distance at 60 km/h
130m
stopping
Overall stopping distance at 120 km/h
16
years
Minimum age for Class 3 & 4 licence
50m
signal
Signal before turning in city traffic
Learn About Classes of Road Signs
Zimbabwe road signs are divided into 5 classes as per the Highway Code (Section 18): Class A (Warning), Class B (Regulatory), Class C (Informative), Class D (Traffic LIghts Signals and Class E (Carriageway Markings). Click any category to learn more.
⚠️ Class A — Danger Warning Signs
Triangular, red-bordered. Warn drivers of potential hazards ahead — bends, animals, intersections, railway crossings.
🔴 Class B — Regulatory Signs
Circular. Red circles prohibit; blue circles command. Speed limits, STOP, No Entry, Give Way — must be obeyed by law.
📋 Class C — Informative Signs
Rectangular. Provide guidance, directions, distances, and route information to help drivers navigate safely.
🚦 Class D — Traffic Light Signals
STOP on RED. GO on GREEN. Prepare to stop on AMBER unless too close to the intersection to stop safely.
🛣️ Class E — Carriageway Markings
Road surface markings guide lane use, boundaries, and hazards. Continuous lines must not be crossed.
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Speed, Controls, Age & Vehicle Classes
👶 About Age
Minimum ages for Class 1–5 licences. Class 4 (cars) from age 16; PSV from age 25.
🚌 Vehicle Classes
Class 1–5 breakdown: motorcycles, light vehicles, heavy trucks, agricultural machinery, and public service vehicles.
⚡ Speed Rules
National speed limits, stopping distances, and precautionary speed reductions per the Highway Code (Section 2.10).
🎮 Controls & Hand Signals
Pedals, gears, parking brake, and all official hand signals as required by the Highway Code (Section 2.12).
📐 Junctions & Diagrams
Intersection right-of-way, traffic circles, box junctions, and roundabout lane discipline with visual diagrams.
🏛️ Official Sources & Recognised Authorities
Traffic Safety Council of Zimbabwe
Publisher of The Zimbabwe Highway Code (UHC 115007). The authoritative body on road safety standards. tscz.co.zw ↗
Vehicle Inspection Department (VID)
Issues driver's licences, certificates of competence, and PSV badges in Zimbabwe. vid.gov.zw ↗
Ministry of Transport & Infrastructural Development
Oversees national road traffic policy and the Highway Code. transport.gov.zw ↗
Zimbabwe Road Traffic Act
The legislative framework (Chapter 13:11) underpinning all Highway Code rules. parlzim.gov.zw ↗
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📝 Test Yourself — Practice Tests
Attempt questions in the practice tests below and measure your readiness for the Provisional Exam. Tests are based on Highway Code content including road signs, speed rules, vehicle classes, and junction scenarios.
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