The United Nations Global Road Safety Week has just concluded, and the City of Cape Town’s Urban Mobility Directorate is taking steps to improve road safety in the Khayelitsha Township. The project involves building walking and cycling lanes that are universally accessible, which will promote safety for all road users, especially pedestrians and cyclists.
The South African Department of Transport has revealed the details of its 2023/2024 financial year plans, with a budget of R79,565 billion aimed at improving transport infrastructure and services throughout the country. The investment will be focused on several key projects, including the construction, enhancement, and maintenance of roads, rail networks, public transport, rural bridges, and the aviation industry.
Over the past week, Cape Town’s enforcement departments have carried out a comprehensive operation, leading to the arrest of 283 suspects and the issuance of 59,834 fines for various offenses. The city’s authorities have expressed their concern regarding the high number of road accidents and are calling for citizens to take responsibility for their own safety and that of others.