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The Western Cape Government expresses cautious optimism as road-related fatalities decline during the 2025 Easter weekend. With another long weekend approaching, officials urge road users to prioritise safety and make responsible choices.
Border Management Authority commissioner Dr Michael Masiapato highlights the successful use of drones in intercepting over 1,000 undocumented migrants during the Easter weekend, addressing the ongoing challenges of illegal migration into South Africa.
Transport Minister Barbara Creecy said over the last few days, officials stopped 70 000 vehicles and issued 21 000 traffic fines, with 512 arrests for various offences, including drunk driving, excessive speeding and violating operating permits.
During the Easter weekend, the Western Cape experienced a tragic rise in transport-related incidents, resulting in 11 fatalities. Authorities report a decrease in overall road crashes compared to last year, but caution remains as traffic teams prepare for the return rush.
Transport Minister Barbara Creecy announced positive trends in road safety during the Easter weekend, highlighting a significant decrease in crashes and fatalities across most provinces.
Three drunk drivers were arrested in Limpopo for attempting to bribe traffic officers during the Easter road safety campaign.
Law enforcement agencies ramp up efforts to combat drunk driving and traffic violations during the Easter weekend, leading to arrests and impounded vehicles.
Putco successfully completed the first phase of its 2025 Easter pilgrimage operation, transporting nearly 500 buses to Moria.
Three individuals, including a toddler, have tragically died in a crash on the R35 between Bethal and Middelburg. As authorities raise alarms about road safety for the Easter weekend, the increasing number of fatalities highlights the urgent need for caution.
BMA Commissioner, Dr Michael Masiapato, highlights the pressing need for neighbouring countries to intensify their efforts against illegal immigration, stressing the impact on South Africa.
One of the three people seriously injured in Thursday’s head-on collision on the N4 has died in hospital, bringing the death toll from the Easter weekend crash to six.
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With Easter weekend approaching, SANParks urges visitors to Kruger National Park to make advance bookings and follow park regulations for a safe and enjoyable experience.
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KZN MEC Reverend Thulasizwe Buthelezi expresses deep condolences to the family of a woman who tragically drowned in the Ncamndane River, raising urgent safety concerns as adverse weather conditions threaten lives in KwaZulu-Natal.
Transport Minister Barbara Creecy said there will be increased police visibility, particularly late at night and in the early hours of the morning, when recklessness and driver misbehaviour are most prevalent.
Transport Minister Barbara Creecy shares crucial road safety advice for motorists ahead of the busy Easter weekend, highlighting the importance of responsible driving and increased police visibility.
Putco is set to operate nearly 500 buses for the return of the Zion Christian Church's Easter pilgrimage to Moria, marking a significant event after a five-year hiatus due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
As South Africa approaches the 2025 Easter weekend, alarming statistics reveal a 32. 9% increase in road fatalities.
Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi and Roads MEC Kedibone Tlabela-Diale have launched an Easter safety campaign with a focus on crime prevention at the notorious Slovo Park bridge near Eldorado Park.
Transport Minister Barbara Creecy and her deputy have launched an intensive Easter road safety campaign in Eastern Cape, targeting one of the five provinces that account for 76% of South Africa's road fatalities.
The Border Management Authority is implementing a comprehensive security strategy including increased personnel deployment, enhanced access control measures, and anti-corruption initiatives to manage the significant surge in cross-border movement expected during Easter holidays.