The Oshikoto police revealed that the recent increase in the number of fatalities and serious injuries resulting from road crashes on the national roads places an obligation upon all relevant stakeholders to intensify road safety activities.
The government has announced urgent measures to restore road infrastructure following severe damage caused by recent heavy rains.
A bridge on the B1 road between Windhoek and Rehoboth suffered extensive damage, which prompted emergency interventions from the Roads Authority.
National Council MPs want heavy truck tolls on national roads raised, with the proceeds going toward road maintenance.
They made a contribution to the debate on the Road Fund Administration Bill on Tuesday.
