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12 April 2006

The MEC for Public Works, Roads and Transport in the Free State, Mr Seiso Mohai issued the following statement regarding the above.

“We have once again reached the one of the most momentous and sacred times of the year where mobility and traffic volumes will increase to unprecedented levels on our provincial and national roads, when commuters will be travelling to re-unite with their families, friends and loved ones to celebrate the Easter weekend.

The Department of Public Works Roads and Transport wishes to make this clarion call to all road users in particular drivers, passengers and pedestrians to take vigilant precautions when using our roads to preserve one of the most precious gifts given to us, if not the most important, that of life itself.

I therefore urge all passengers to demonstrate extra patience and tolerance towards all drivers of motor vehicles and busses allowing them to drive responsibly and ensure safe arrival to respective destinations.

All drivers are implored to avoid speeding, reckless driving, driving under the influence of liquor and to demonstrate an increased degree of tolerance and patience towards other road users when using our roads. Better late on arrival than dead on arrival!

Our dedicated and joint endeavours to preserve the gift of life will immensely contribute towards reduced road mortality, unwarranted and avoidable loss of life.

I trust that all of us will make use of this special Easter period to relax, to reflect and to return safely home rejuvenated and eager to take on any challenges that we may be confronted with, with vigour!

I wish you a very blessed and safe Easter weekend.

Arrive Alive!

One death on our roads is one too many!”

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Issued by: Department of Public Works, Roads and Transport, Free State Provincial Government
12 April 2006