New Road Safety Initiative to be launched for Children with Special Needs in Western Cape
On Thursday, 31 October 2024, the Western Cape Government, in partnership with ChildSafe South Africa, will launch a Junior Traffic Training Centre (JTTC) at the Oasis School in Belhar. This facility, a first-of-its-kind for the province, provides a safe, simulated environment where children can learn essential road safety skills, adapted for learners with special needs.
The JTTC empowers young pedestrians to recognise road signs and practice safe road behaviour through interactive learning and play.
This initiative showcases the provincial government, and its partners’, commitment to ensuring readily accessible road safety education for all children in the province.
Event Details:
- Date: 31 October 2024
- Time: 11h00 – 13h00
- Location: Oasis School, Cnr Erica Drive & Symphony Way, Belhar
Programme Highlights:
- Official remarks from key stakeholders
- Demonstration of the JTTC’s features
- Opportunity for media interaction with officials
Media queries:
Muneera Allie
Western Cape Mobility Department - Head of Communication
E-mail: Muneera.Allie@westerncape.gov.za
Cell: 083 755 3213
Hugo Geldenhuys
Spokesperson for Minister Isaac Sileku
E-mail: Hugo.Geldenhuys@westerncape.gov.za
Cell: 082 659 1058