Limpopo Festive season road safety statistics released
The latest Festive season road safety statistics have revealed that 171 fatalities were recorded on Limpopo roads for the period spanning 01 December 2025 to 15 January 2026, down from 190 in 2024/25.
During the festive season, the province documented 125 fatal crashes, a significant decrease from 145 the previous year. Furthermore, the N1 corridor emerged as the deadliest route during this time, claiming 25 lives.
Driver behaviour was the predominant factor leading to these tragic incidents, with reckless driving practices – particularly unsafe overtaking – culpable in 115 of these fatalities.
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The statistics reveal that 48 pedestrians lost their lives during this period, many of these incidents classified as hit-and-runs.
259 motorists were apprehended for driving under the influence of alcohol, while an additional nine were detained for excessive speeding.
Limpopo Premier Dr Phophi Ramathuba revealed the latest statistics, joined by MEC for the Department of Transport and Community Safety, Violet Mathye, LEDET MEC Tshitereke Matibe, Mopani Executive Mayor Pule Shai, and Ba-Phalaborwa Local Mayor Mme Malatjie
“It is our goal to share transparent feedback with all key stakeholders, particularly road users, regarding the state of road safety within Limpopo,” said Dr Ramathuba.
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“We firmly believe that this information will allow us to collectively reflect, learn, and enhance our efforts in promoting safer road usage across our province.
“While it is encouraging to witness a decrease in crashes and fatalities, we must remain vigilant and dedicated to our mission,” she said.
“Each life lost on our roads is a tragedy that resonates deeply within our communities. We pledge to further fortify our law enforcement efforts, enhance road safety education, and work collaboratively with road users and stakeholders to continue reducing road-related incidents.”
