The points demerit system will soon be signed into law by the president, which will help in eradicating 'calamities' on South Africa's roads.
It was noted that tyre bursts contributed significantly to accidents this year, with, a 100% increase in tyre bursts recorded, compared to 82% in 2018.For speeding, 192 drivers were arrested, with Gauteng clocking in as the highest speed recorded at 203 km/h.
“The total number of vehicles stopped in the Easter period was 177,182, an increase of about 27,079 compared with the previous year, where 150,103 vehicles were stopped. In 2019, we stopped 161,784 vehicles compared to 109,771 in 2018. 72% of male drivers were responsible for accidents, and 15% of female drivers. Pedestrians accounted for 24% of accidents, a 14% decrease from 2018.
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