The Roads Authority installed speed humps at selected locations along the B1 Western Bypass, between the Independence Avenue Interchange, Katutura Hospital area, and the Lafrenz Interchange.
The Authority stated that they collaborated with the Ministry of Works and Transport and relevant stakeholders for this project and similar measures will be implemented on a section of the A1 Road between Prosperita and the Windhoek Country Club Resort.
The Authority added that the project was initiated by the Minister of Works and Transport, Veikko Nekundi, because of an increase in pedestrian related crashes along these sections, some of which have resulted in fatalities. “The speed humps form part of an immediate road safety measure to reduce vehicle speeds, improve driver alertness and enhance pedestrian safety in these high risk areas.”
They urged motorist to approach the affected areas with caution, obey all traffic signs and instructions from traffic officials, and reduce speed accordingly. “Road safety remains a shared responsibility, and the cooperation of all road users is essential to creating safer roads for everyone.”
