Road Safety

Road accident deaths decrease by 30% in 4 years

Minister of Works and Transport, John Mutorwa, has announced that the number of traffic fatalities decreased by 30% between 2019 and 2023. Mutorwa, during the ninth annual Road Traffic Safety Conference in Ongwediva last week said that the number of traffic fatalities declined from 609 in 2019 to 423 in 2023. He pointed out that the number of traffic fatalities per 100,000 inhabitants decreased by 59%, from 250.5 in 2019 […]

15 July, 2024

Business / Economics

Roads Authority Announces Temporary Closure for Blasting Operations on Windhoek-Rehoboth Road Tomorrow

The Roads Authority has issued a notice to all road users regarding scheduled blasting operations on the Windhoek-Rehoboth Road. Blasting activities will commence tomorrow, on 16 July 2024, at 14:00 PM, approximately one kilometre from the Police Road Block. The blasting is expected to last for about one hour, resulting in the closure of this section from 14:00 to 15:00. Motorists are advised to take note of this […]

15 July, 2024

Africa

Fatal accident at Malawi’s Vice President Chilima’s funeral procession

Four people were killed and nearly twelve people were injured when a vehicle rammed into mourners at Malawi's Vice President Saulos Chilima's funeral procession. Isaac Lukando reports. Chilima was buried on Monday at his home village

17 June, 2024

Namibia

MVA Fund offers support and medical care after fatal Kuiseb road accident

The Motor Vehicle Accident Fund has extended its condolences to the families affected by the tragic crash that occurred on the Kuiseb river road between Walvis Bay and the Kuiseb Pass on Wednesday resulting in the death of 2 people and injuries to many more. In a statement, the Fund says the injured will receive the appropriate medical care and attention they need. The MVA Fund further says they are […]

25 April, 2024

Namibia

Accident reported on C14 road to Sossusvlei

An accident has been reported on the C14 which is from Walvis Bay to the South Solitaire in Sossusvlei on Wednesday, 24 April 2024. We reached out to the head of community policing in the Erongo region, warrant officer Ileni Shapumba for an update. Sheriff with the Namibian Marshall Rangers, Sean Naude gives a detailed report of the impact the accident has had. Naude says more than 20 people […]

24 April, 2024

Interview Transcripts

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Addressing Road Safety Concerns: Shaun Gariseb Advocates for Speed Humps in Katutura

In the bustling neighborhoods around Katutura, Windhoek, there's a growing concern regarding road safety, particularly regarding the reckless driving habits of some motorists. Shaun Gariseb, a concerned community member, sheds light on the pressing issue and advocates for the implementation of speed humps to mitigate risks and protect residents, especially children, from potential accidents. Gariseb highlights the prevalence of high-performance vehicles, particularly GTIs, being driven at alarming speeds through residential […]

27 March, 2024

Namibia

NABTA pleads for bus drivers to stop overloading

Namibia Bus and Taxi Association (NABTA) Secretary General, Pendapala Nakathingo is cautioning bus drivers to refrain from the overloading of passengers, particularly during the festive season when demand is high. Nakathingo said this in an interview with Nampa on Thursday, adding that the association cautioned some buses that are overloading as they have added extra make-shift seats to make more money, which is a practice that needs to stop as […]

11 January, 2024