The Head of Department at the Department of Transport, Safety and Liaison, Mr Steven Jonkers has cautioned all road users in the Province not to take chances on the roads but to be responsible on the roads at all times.
Jonkers said it was important that all roads users keep safe on the roads and enjoyed their festive season safely in the Province as it is the desire for the rest of the country.
“We have been long ready for the festive season and our readiness has been evident through all the intensified operations preparing for the festive season since November,” said Jonkers.
He also added that operations will also zoom into areas where festivities will be taking place.
“We will patrol and have operations across the Province and we will curb any recklessness on the roads.”
He said, “…we must say we appreciate the work and effort our traffics are putting into the festive season. We know it’s a time many spend with families and enjoy time at home but instead they are working to make the roads safe for all road users.”
Jonkers called on the community to continue to work with the law enforcement fraternities to ensure a safe and enjoyable festive season for all.
Meanwhile, staff at the department will tomorrow, Friday 19 December 2014, be holding a Road Safety Awareness Campaign at the infamous Kalahari Lodge Crossing (R31 Barkley West and N12).
The aim of the campaign will be to raise awareness on Road Safety and to caution motorists of the accidents that have occurred at the intersection. Staff will have placards with road safety messages at the intersection and handing out flyers to motorists.
Staff Road Safety Campaign:
Date: 19 Dec 2014
Time: 9h00 – 12h00
Venue: Kalahari Lodge Crossing (R31 Barkley West and N12), Kimberley
For any media clarity please contact:
Keitumetse Moticoe
Tel: 053 839 1836
Cell: 074 251 6567
E-mail: kgmoticoe@gmail.com
