By Mohlatlego Moitsi
Polokwane - Limpopo MEC for Roads and Transport Lehlogonolo Masoga has adopted a ‘no-nonsense’ approach towards this festive season’s road safety activities.
Masoga launched this year’s Arrive Alive campaign on Sunday under the theme "Operation Thibela Kotsi (Prevent Carnage)" in Polokwane.
“We are going to make sure that our law enforcement officers are visible at all times to control the influx of traffic in the province.
"Our message is very clear: We will not tolerate irresponsible behaviour on our roads. We will show the true value of what we are made of in realising our goal of eliminating carnage on our roads."
Immediately after launching the campaign, the MEC embarked on a road block at the notorious N1, where vehicles were checked for roadworthiness, while motorists whose alcohol limit had exceeded the required limit were fined.
During the road block, Masoga discontinued a Nissan 1400 from a motorist, from Ha-Mutsha outside Thohoyandou. The bakkie had dysfunctional handbrake and brake lights.
The MEC said thousands of traffic officers will be deployed on all roads across the province in collaboration with traffic officers from various local municipalities.
He said Operation Thibela Kotsi was adopted to redefine traffic law enforcement and increased safety on the roads.
"We encourage road users to do their best to avoid road accidents than to live with the horrors of the after-crash. Traffic officers will be visible all over the ports of entry, freeways, byways and streets showing no mercy to those who disregard road rules," said Masoga. – SAnews.gov.za
