(1).jpg "Sharing the Road Again: Courtesy Tips for Busier School and Work Traffic")
As the new year unfolds, South Africa’s roads return to their familiar rhythm. School gates reopen, work commutes resume, and public transport routes become busy again. After the quieter holiday period, this sudden shift can feel overwhelming — especially during morning and afternoon peak times.
Sharing the road isn’t just about following rules and road signs. It’s about showing courtesy, staying aware, and practicing patience. Small, considerate choices can make traffic flow more smoothly and help everyone feel safer.
Here are some simple, practical ways to share the road respectfully as school and work traffic picks up again.
1. Adjust to School/University Zone Activity
School zones bring unique challenges: children crossing unpredictably, parents stopping briefly, and groups of pedestrians.
Drive thoughtfully by:
• Reducing speed near schools and crèches.
• Watching carefully for children near crossings.
• Obeying…
