Limpopo declares itself ready for Easter traffic
The Limpopo Department of Transport and Community Safety says it is ready for high traffic volumes that are expected in the province over the Easter weekend.
This comes as the transport regulation team has already started to heighten visibility to curb infringements and encourage good driver behaviour with pre-Easter traffic law enforcement roadblocks and speed operations on critical roads across the province.
Transport spokesperson Tidimalo Chuene says law enforcement officers will be working around the clock between Thursday and Monday to maximize visibility and aid the flow of traffic.
“These include the N1 especially around tollgates, R101, R510, R516, N11, R37, R555, R521, R524, R523, R36, R40, R71, R81, P277/1, Matlala road, some local routes, and the two border posts in the province, that is Beitbridge and Groblersbrug.”
Meanwhile, Limpopo Transport MEC Florence Radzilani has called on all road users to ensure everyone's safety over the long weekend.
"As we approach the Easter long weekend, it is our wish as the Provincial Government, that we should all arrive alive.
“However, road safety starts with all of us. As we embark on our journeys, let us make sure that our cars are roadworthy, we keep a safe following distance, we do not overtake at unsafe places, we do not drink and drive, and we rest enough on long journeys. Pedestrians must wear visible colours at night and keep away from the road. Let’s all arrive alive.”
Law enforcement officials are urged to continue to conduct their work with diligence and ensure that road users follow the rules and that those who engage in criminal activities are brought to book
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