Long weekend accidents
8 fatalities recorded on Gauteng roads since start of long weekend
Major roads exiting and leading to the Gauteng province are expected to be heavily congested on Sunday as holidaymakers make their way back.
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Holidaymakers cautioned to be vigilant on the roads
Several fatalities have already taken place with the N4, N1, N3 and N12 having been singled out as some of the busiest routes during this time.
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Traffic expected to increase in Gauteng as long weekend kicks off
The N4, N1, N3 and N12 have been singled out as some of the busiest routes during this time.
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Drivers and pedestrians urged to be extra vigilant this long weekend
Authorities say traffic volumes are expected to increase on major routes in Gauteng as many South Africans continue to head in and out of the province, taking advantage of the relaxed lockdown restrictions on interprovincial travel.
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Emergency services on high alert as long weekend ends
In Limpopo, authorities are probing the circumstances which led to a head-on collision between a minibus taxi and a bus, resulting in the death of 24 people on Sunday night.
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No major road accidents today - authorities
RTMC spokesperson Simon Zwane says 2,000 motorists were arrested for various offence including excessive speeding and drunk driving.
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8 people died on WC roads since start of long weekend
The N2 outside Grabouw had to be temporarily closed in both directions earlier on Monday following a head-on collision between a motorbike and car.
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Long weekend: Over 20 dead & dozens injured on the roads
Motorists are being reminded to exercise extreme caution, especially in these traffic conditions.
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Minister urges motorists to obey road rules as death toll climbs
At least 25 people have been killed on the country’s roads so far since the beginning of the Heritage Day long weekend.
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3 killed after vehicle lands on railway line in WC
The incident took place between De Rust and Dysselsdorp in the Eden district on Sunday morning.
