With the Youth Day long weekend upon the country, the Department of Transport in Limpopo is calling on young people to take responsibility for their safety on the roads.
In 2025, it will mark 49 years since the 1976 Youth Uprising, and the department has reiterated the call for the youth of today to honour the legacy by making safe and responsible choices.
The department said road fatalities among young people remained high, with many incidents attributed to excessive speeding, drunk driving, and reckless behaviour.
Youth Day long weekend
It said that most fatal crashes occured on weekend evenings, when social gatherings peaked.
Spokesperson Tidimalo Chuene urged young road users to remain alert and cautious and to practice safe driving on the roads.
“Don’t drink and drive, obey speed limits, and stay alert. To pedestrians, cross only at the designated points, and wear visible clothing after dark.
“By making these responsible choices, young people can protect their future and arrive alive. Let’s honour the legacy of the 1976 Youth Uprising by valuing life and promoting road safety.”
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