Pretoria - Transport Minister Sibusiso Ndebele has conveyed condolences to the families of those who died in road crashes over the Easter weekend. He also wished those injured a speedy recovery, adding that a culture of voluntary compliance to all road rules must be embraced. "Deaths and injuries on our roads are preventable, you can help stop it. Together, we can save … [Read more...] about Condolences to Families of 203 Easter Road Victims
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Drunk and Reckless Drivers Easter Weekend of Woe
Pretoria - More than 250 motorists have been arrested since the beginning of the long Easter weekend last Thursday for various traffic violations, says Transport Minister, Sibusiso Ndebele, who has urged road users to exercise caution on busy roads. "From Thursday, 21 April until Sunday, April 24, thousands of motorists were fined for various traffic violations with more … [Read more...] about Drunk and Reckless Drivers Easter Weekend of Woe
Over 400 000 Easter Travellers Enter and Depart South Africa
Pretoria – The long Easter holiday saw over 400 000 travellers entering and leaving South Africa, according to the Home Affair's Movement Control System (MCS). The system recorded 468 126 incoming and outgoing travellers from Thursday, 21 until Sunday 24, April. This included a total of 173 657 arrivals and a further 294 469 departures. The country's ports of entry which … [Read more...] about Over 400 000 Easter Travellers Enter and Depart South Africa
Motorists urged to be cautious of road works
Pretoria - The South African National Roads Agency (Sanral) is urging road users to be cautious of its road infrastructure developments currently underway across the country as they gear up for the long Easter Weekend road trips. Sanral is advising motorists to be extra careful when driving along areas with road works for their own safety and that of construction … [Read more...] about Motorists urged to be cautious of road works
Dlamini calls for alcohol free Easter weekend
Pretoria - Social Development Minister Bathabile Dlamini, in her message ahead of the Easter holiday, says it is possible to have fun without alcohol. Dlamini said the period usually sees many festivities, but it was up to individuals to unsure that they did not result in unfortunate incidents such as road accidents and domestic violence. Warning that the law enforcement … [Read more...] about Dlamini calls for alcohol free Easter weekend
