Parents are being urged to use only registered and compliant learner transport services, and to avoid overloaded or unsafe vehicles.
The department’s spokesperson has appealed to transport operators to ensure that vehicles are properly maintained, do not exceed the prescribed passenger capacity, and meet all legal safety requirements before undertaking any trips.
“All motorists are reminded to exercise patience and caution, particularly around schools, scholar patrol crossings and areas with increased pedestrian activity. Drivers should adhere to speed limits, remain alert, and be mindful of children who may be crossing roads during peak school travel times. The Gauteng provincial government remains committed to reducing road crashes, saving lives and ensuring that every learner travels safely to and from school.”
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