Festive Season
South Africa's land borders are experiencing severe strain as the festive season return rush reaches its peak, according to the Border Management Authority. Officials report processing over 25,000 travellers daily at the Beitbridge border alone, amid challenges from outdated infrastructure.
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Road safety operations in Gauteng have been ramped up as the festive season ends and holidaymakers head home. Traffic officers are working with police and the Johannesburg Metro Police Department to manage increased traffic on major routes. Authorities urge caution to prevent accidents amid expected heavy volumes.
The South African Police Service has bolstered its frontline policing by deploying nearly 3,560 newly trained constables across the country. These recruits graduated from academies nationwide on November 21, 2025, in preparation for heightened crime-fighting during the festive period. Acting Police Minister Professor Firoz Cachalia and deputy ministers oversaw the passing out parades.
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The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has announced mandatory re-testing for thousands of drivers flagged by its Intelligent Road Safety Management System (IRSMS) as part of measures to reduce road accidents during the upcoming festive season. This comes amid a 2.6 percent rise in road crash victims in 2025. Acting Director General Angela Wanjira emphasized proactive enforcement to protect lives on Kenyan roads.