Kopano Dibakwane
Mpumalanga Premier, Mandla Ndlovu, joined forces with traffic officers and SAPS(South African Police Service) to monitor road safety on the N4 highway at Karino intersection, ahead of the Easter Weekend.
According to Mpumalanga Provincial Government spokesperson, George Mthethwa, the multi-disciplinary team checked vehicles for compliance with traffic rules, aiming to prevent road fatalities during the Easter holidays.
“ Premier Ndlovu says the Provincial Government, working with traffic management authorities have stepped up measures to prevent road fatalities during the Easter holidays as motorists are traveling to various destinations for church services and vacations,” said Mthethwa.
The crackdown added to other activities conducted
The Rest Stop is reportedly one of many activities that are taking place during this period to ensure the safety of road users, with activities including multi- disciplinary roadblocks, block patrols, alcohol blitz, pedestrian and road safety education campaigns.
