Be safe on the roads, urge MEC, ahead of Easter weekend

The Western Cape’s Mobility MEC, Ricardo Mackenzie, has urged road users to be safe on provincial roads as we head into the Easter long weekend.

‘’As the school holiday begin, and families begin to travel, we all need to take responsibility for road safety. Let’s make this Easter holiday a time of joy and safety on WC roads. We are ready for this busy period, and we will do our best to keep residents are visitors safe on the roads.

‘’Heightened provincial law enforcement will include high visibility patrols, targeting moving violations, inter-provincial corridor operations, K78 roadblocks focused on exodus traffic and fatigue management interventions,’’ added Mackenzie.

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The MEC will on Saturday, officially launch the 2024 provincial Easter Road Safety campaign. The launch is set to include a walkabout and inspection of the free ten-point vehicle checks offered by the WCG to help motorists prepare for long-distance travel during the Easter holiday period. The programme will also include key road safety partners (Discovery Safe Journey to School, SANRAL Road Incident Management, and an eyecare awareness campaign).

Twenty-six people lost their lives on Western Cape roads in 2023, compared to 36 in 2022.

Transport Minister, Sindisiwe Chikunga, on Wednesday, launched the 2024 Easter Road Safety Campaign in Mpumalanga under the theme "Fika uphila" (Arrive Alive), which focuses on encouraging road users to exercise consciousness regarding their safety, ensuring they reach their destinations safely.

 

Done By: Esobusi Mkangelwa