South Africa: Government Pursues Strict Zero Percent Blood Alcohol Policy
Government seeks approval for a zero-alcohol driving rule after more than 18,000 DUI arrests were made from March through August, Creecy said.
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South Africa: Government Pursues Strict Zero Percent Blood Alcohol Policy
[SAnews.gov.za] Minister of Transport Barbara Creecy says government is pursuing legislative amendments to move towards a strict zero percent blood alcohol policy as part of efforts to improve road safety.
Drunk Driving Crackdown: Zero Alcohol Limit Planned
Transport Minister Barbara Creecy says government is taking steps to introduce a zero-percent blood alcohol limit for drivers in South Africa. The proposed change forms part of government’s efforts to reduce drunk driving and the number of people killed on the country’s roads. Creecy says amendments are being prepared to Section 65 of the National Road Traffic Act, which deals with driving under the influence of alcohol and other substance…
The Republic of South Africa has begun work to curb the use of alcoholic vehicles in traffic. It is reported that legislative regulation is being prepared in the country, which provides for the implementation of “zero alcohol” for drivers.
South Africa's Transport Minister has announced preparations for a legislative amendment that would introduce a 0% blood alcohol policy to deter drunk driving. The aim is to submit the amendment for cabinet approval by the end of 2026.
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