UPDATE: MEC calls for extraordinary interventions following the deadly north accident

Gauteng’s transport MEC has called for “extraordinary interventions” following the deadly north accident that claimed seven lives on Friday.

“Following the deadly Hammanskraal accident that occurred between Pumulani Plaza and Wallmansthal on Friday, I believe that we need a new paradigm shift to reduce the fatalities on our roads,” said public transport and roads infrastructure MEC Jacob Mamabolo.

He said that the Department of Transport in conjunction with all five municipalities in the province met on Friday in a bid to find solutions that will make Gauteng roads safe and less congested.

Mamabolo urged motorists to always keep a safe following distance and assist the government in reducing the road fatalities.

“We cannot emphasise enough, the importance of exercising caution on the roads,” Mamabolo said.

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“It is unfortunate that the accident happened on the eve of the transport month campaign aimed at highlighting road safety issues amongst others.”

He extended his heartfelt condolences to the families of the seven people who lost their lives in the fatal accident.

“We are saddened by the multiple vehicles accident which claimed seven lives. We would like to wish the injured a speedy recovery,” Mamabolo said.

“One death on our roads is one too many.”

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