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MEC calls for murder charges following tragic Maidstone bus accident
"This was not the first time I’ve seen an accident at that bridge"
No more freeloading from the RAF, it's not a lottery, warns the Deputy Transport Minister Hlengwa
Transport Deputy Minister Mkhuleko Hlengwa addresses the issue of fraud within the Road Accident Fund during the launch of the UN Global Road Safety Week campaign, emphasising the importance of road safety and government intervention.
The RAF is not a lottery, says Deputy Transport Minister Hlengwa
Transport Deputy Minister Mkhuleko Hlengwa addresses the issue of fraud within the Road Accident Fund during the launch of the UN Global Road Safety Week campaign, emphasising the importance of road safety and government intervention.
KwaZulu-Natal's bold plan: 200 traffic trainee officers to boost road safety annually
In a significant move to improve road safety, the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Transport plans to recruit 200 traffic trainee officers each year for the next five years, enforcing a strict zero-tolerance policy on traffic violations.
Community concerns prompt action on defective traffic lights in Mamelodi
The City of Tshwane is set to address long-standing traffic congestion and safety issues at the Tsamaya Road and Watloo intersection in Mamelodi by repairing malfunctioning traffic lights.
Third tragic crash prompts Gauteng officials to consider formal inquiry into bus disaster
A devastating bus crash in Ekurhuleni that claimed 13 lives and left 77 injured has prompted Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi and local officials to consider a formal inquiry, marking a tragic week that has seen three separate transport accidents in the region.
Rea Vaya resumes bus operations in Soweto after gruesome killing of two drivers
After the horrific shooting that claimed two lives of two Rea Vaya bus drivers, which led to suspension of bus services in the area, the bus company has announced that operations have resumed.
Malema to Kenny Kunene: ‘You are lazy and incompetent, you can’t fix robots and potholes’
EFF leader Julius Malema has slammed City of Joburg's Roads and Transport MMC Kenny Kunene for not doing his job properly. Traffic light failure and potholes have been long-standing issues in Johannesburg, with many busy intersections without functioning robots leading to traffic jams and accidents.
Gauteng police probe murder of two Rea Vaya bus drivers in separate Soweto shootings
The Rea Vaya bus services in Soweto have been suspended following the deadly shootings of two drivers in separate incidents. In one, the lone passenger tried to steer the bus after the driver was shot.
'Comply or face the law': Gauteng government issues stern warning to scholar transport ahead of start of 2025 school year
This is because in recent years, Gauteng and across the country has witnessed a number of school transport accidents which claimed lives of learners including community members' lives.
Balanced approach required for alcohol
The numbers don't lie: far too many South Africans have an unhealthy relationship with alcohol. The Department of Social Development says alcohol consumption contributes the third-most deaths and disabilities, after sexually transmitted infections and violence, in South Africa. Caro Smit is correct that irresponsible driving behaviour is consistent throughout the year, but with alcohol playing a large part in festivities at this time of year, the impact is magnified and reflected in high holiday a. . .
South Africa's most dangerous roads named as Festive Season Road Safety Campaign gets underway
South Africa's 2024 Festive Season Road Safety campaign will see law enforcement focusing on the country's most dangerous routes, with 24-hour policing also introduced.
‘He must rot in jail!’ Family demands justice after PSL star’s deadly crash kills 9-year-old girl
The family of 9-year-old Gomolemo Mavimbela, who died after a fatal crash in Thembisa involving PSL star Shaun Mogaila is calling for the footballer to be jailed after the crash claimed their daughter’s life, and also injured the girl’s mother and a 13-year-old boy.
Long distance taxi operators to resume services on Wednesday
Long distance taxi operators are expected to resume services on Thursday, after two days of protests across Durban this week.
KZN Transport MEC calls for road safety campaigns to be intensified after six killed in head-on crash
MEC Siboniso Duma said a team from the Road Traffic Inspectorate is working with the South African Police Service to establish the cause of the two-car head collision
‘She was my only reason to live’: Shebeshxt opens up about the loss of his daughter in new documentary
Shebeshxt also paid tribute to his daughter in an emotional performance by gospel artist, Mapula Monyepao.
MSC continues search for missing containers off coast of East London
East London residents are urged to report any containers spotted offshore after several containers were damaged or lost overboard off the coast last month.
WATCH: MEC spells out readiness plan as KZN braces for more snow, heavy downpours
The Department of Transport and Human Settlements in KwaZulu-Natal has put several safety measures in place, as the province prepares for another round of snow and possibly heavy rainfall.
Five burned beyond recognition in horror Mpumalanga crash
According to the Department of Community Safety, Security and Liaison, a sixth person is critically injured and receiving critical care in a hospital.
Only in SA: Aircraft hits light pole after ‘driving’ over pothole
Three people escaped unharmed after a light aircraft crashed into a light pole in Gqeberha, in the Eastern Cape, on Thursday afternoon.
School transport horror: Vehicle carrying 15 school children rolls in northern KZN
Upon the arrival at the clinic, three additional children who had been rushed privately to the facility were found to have sustained even more severe injuries.
Shebeshxt out of ICU after tragic accident, daughter’s funeral preparations under way
Rapper is recovering well after spending time in ICU and undergoing a recent operation, and they remain hopeful for his swift recuperation.
Road Accident Fund urges youth and road users to reduce road crashes this Youth Month
The Road Accident Fund (RAF) is calling on young people and road users to assist in reducing the number of devastating road crashes this Youth Month.
Limpopo Education MEC saddened by death of two learners after N11 crash
Limpopo Education MEC, Mavhungu Lerule-Ramakhanya, has conveyed her heartfelt condolences, and wished a speedy recovery to learners who were involved in a horrific crash yesterday, on the N11 near Mokopane in Limpopo.
Man who tried defrauding SAPS out of R160,000 for work on Ford Ranger granted bail
Christopher Joe invoiced the SAPS for work supposedly done, including a new engine, turbo, and injectors, amounting to over R160,000.