The proposal follows a tragic accident in the Western Cape that left 35 farmworkers severely injured.
The Western Cape provincial government has proposed several new traffic laws for South Africa, with one aiming to reduce the speed limit for open bakkies or trucks transporting passengers.
The proposal follows a tragic accident on the R45 that left 35 farmworkers severely injured. Many suffered life-changing injuries that would affect their ability to work and generate an income.Strengthening road traffic regulations as they pertain to rural and agri-worker transport;A national government subsidy for rural public transport enabling bus services for agri-workers.
The RTMC’s chief communications officer Simon Zwane said the proposed amendments align with recommendations made by the United Nations to reduce speed by 10km/h to bring down the number of road deaths.South Africa’s roads saw 1,295 fatal crashes in 2021, increasing by 69 compared to 2020.