The Minister of Works and Transport, Veiko Nekundi, has warned road users to exercise caution and prioritise safety.
In his Easter message, Nekundi called on drivers to refrain from speeding, avoid driving under the influence of alcohol, and remain vigilant at all times.
When motorists are involved in a vehicle accident, the law requires them to stop, assess injuries and assist injured persons where they are able to do so.
Legal experts explain certain immediate steps to be taken during the discussion on The Wheels of Justice with Daniel Nadunya.
As the Easter weekend begins, travellers are making their way from the city to the southern parts of the country.
While some are travelling to reunite with their families, others are heading out to enjoy the long weekend festivities.
The Okapuka Roadblock experienced heavy traffic flow as people travelled to various destinations for the Easter weekend.
A visible police presence has been deployed to monitor traffic flow and ensure compliance with road safety regulations.
The Otjozondjupa Police Spokesperson and Community Liaison Officer, Senior Inspector Maureen Mbeha, has urged travellers to obey road traffic rules during the Easter weekend as traffic volumes increase on major routes.
The minister of Works and Transport , has cautioned all Namibians to take responsibility for road safety during the Easter weekend.
Veikko Nekundi emphasised that he wishes for zero vehicle crashes during the Easter holiday.
Oshikoto Police have intensified patrols in all 11 constituencies ahead of the Easter weekend.
With an expected influx of people and traffic ahead of the Easter long weekend, the police are moving to enhance visibility in crime-prone areas.
The Minister of Works and Transport, Veikko Nekundi, together with representatives from the Motor Vehicle Accident Fund, the Police, and other stakeholders, toured the B1 road—from under the bridge at Havana to Chinatown—on Tuesday to observe traffic flow.
Following recent heavy rains, floodwaters that had submerged parts of the Rehoboth-Windhoek road, approximately three kilometres outside the capital, have now subsided.
However, authorities have cautioned road users to remain vigilant.
Total Energies has donated patrol gear to the Van Rhyn Primary School's scholar patrol programme, aimed at improving road safety and reducing the risk of accidents.
