Fewer pedestrian deaths but SA still faces road crisis

This year has seen a reduction in pedestrian fatalities, yet South Africa still grapples with a severe road crisis. While the number of deaths has decreased by 286, the country's urban centers like Cape Town and Johannesburg continue to have the highest rates of pedestrian fatalities, indicating persistent issues with road safety infrastructure and urban planning. This ongoing problem underscores the urgent need for better safety measures and infrastructure improvements to protect vulnerable road users.