Many thousands of South Africans will take to the road over the next couple of months, exploring South Africas rich cultural heritage, stunning landscapes and vibrant communities.
Spring and summer usher in a season of festivities and outdoor adventures with the number of both international and local travellers set to steadily increase. While this boost is great for tourism , it also means more vehicles on the road and a greater risk of accidents.
In order to help travellers prepare for Mzansis peak travel season when travelling on the road, Siyakha Masiye, spokesperson at MiWay Insurance, urged drivers to be on high alert.
As we prepare to welcome the warmer weather and the opportunity to venture outdoors again, lets not let road accidents put a damper on our celebrations. Now is the time to focus on basic safety measures to reduce the risk of road congestion.
Here are some road safety tips to for drivers to observe when travelling, according to Masiye.