Businesses operating snooker tables in Hwange must ensure they settle their annual tariff payments by May 30, 2025, or risk prohibition of operations, according to a formal notice issued by the Hwange Local Board.
The Board, through a letter signed by Town Secretary N. Mdlalose, announced that an annual fee of USD 80.50, inclusive of Value Added Tax, is required for the continued operation of snooker tables within business premises.
The payment is mandated under local by-laws and sections 269 to 272 of the Urban Councils Act (Chapter 29:15).
The notice warns that failure to comply with the May 30, 2025, deadline will result in the immediate cessation of snooker table operations, urging businesses to act swiftly to remain in compliance. The statement reads:
We wish to inform you that an annual tariff of USD 80.50, inclusive of Value Added Tax, is due for the operation of a snooker table at your premises.
This payment is required in accordance with Hwange Local Board’s by-laws and Sections 269 to 272 of the Urban Councils Act (Chapter 29:15).
Please be advised that failure to make this payment by Monday, 30 May 2025, will leave Council with no option but to prohibit the continued operation of the snooker table(s).
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