The upcoming Easter long weekend (March 29 to April 1) is traditionally very busy in Cape Town. This year, expectations are that it will be even busier, as it coincides with the school holidays.
In response, the City of Cape Town will implement its integrated public safety plan, formulated annually for the festive season and Easter period.
While the enforcement agencies will focus on numerous identified priorities, road safety is a key factor.
Among the measures implemented in this regard are Operation Exodus to facilitate vehicle safety checks for long-distance transport operators, roadblocks, and vehicle checkpoints – particularly around public transport interchanges.
During Easter week last year, the City’s enforcement services made 361 arrests, including 80 for driving under the influence of alcohol, and issued 72 465 fines for various transgressions.
The City’s Public Emergency Communication Centre recorded 2 294 incidents over the 2023 Easter long weekend, including 211…