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Embracing technology for safer roads

Randall Cable, Western Cape Regional Manager, writes that all stakeholders must play a proactive role in road safety. Technology is changing society in so many ways and we must intensify our search for more technological solutions when addressing ..

Technology is changing behaviour towards speeding

‘Average speed’ system encourages adherence to limits on the nation’s roads. The introduction of innovative technology to curb speeding on major highways has resulted in a significant reduction in contraventions. Average Speed over Distance – Asod – is a growing global trend ..

SANRAL appoint new managers for three major regions

New leaders announced for SANRAL’s Eastern, Western and Northern Regions. The South African National Roads Agency (SOC) Limited (SANRAL) have appointed three accomplished professionals to leadership positions in three regions, strengthening the Agency’s senior management team. ..

Freeway management of the Cape storm

The South African National Roads Agency (SOC) Limited’s (SANRAL) capacity to handle emergencies was tested during the recent storms in Cape Town on 6 and 7 June 2017. Approximately 240 strategically placed CCTV cameras on Cape ..

SANRAL cameras monitor road safety during severe winter storm

Coordinated action between SANRAL, the Provincial and City road authorities and traffic authorities in the Western Cape is contributing to effective responses to road crashes and the clearing of emergency scenes during the current heavy downpours. ..

A safer walk to school

With pedestrians being the most vulnerable of road users in South Africa, the national roads agency has embarked on reducing the number of accidents involving pedestrians walking next to national roads. The South African National Roads ..

Infrastructure, awareness key to curbing fatalities on national roads

Education and awareness campaigns play an important role in road safety but Transport Minister, Joe Maswanganyi, believes road safety should be every citizen’s responsibility. Speaking at a panel discussion organised in partnership with radio station Power ..

The pothole spotters

Many motorists have a story to tell about damage caused to vehicles from driving over a pothole, and the extra expense arising from repairs. The South African National Roads Agency (SOC) Limited (SANRAL) has a dedicated ..