‘Alcohol and driving should never be mixed’: Minister announces 0% alcohol limit ahead of December holidays [VIDEO]

South African Deputy Transport Minister Mkhuleko Hlengwa unveiled plans to implement a zero-alcohol limit for drivers during the upcoming December holidays. Speaking at the South African Breweries Sharp Responsible Partnership event, Hlengwa emphasized the importance of a clear standard for drivers and how it could strengthen law enforcement's ability to address alcohol-impaired driving.

The proposed amendment to section 65 of the National Road Traffic Act aims to change behavior, prevent accidents, and ultimately save lives, rather than just increasing prosecutions. Hlengwa highlighted that alcohol is responsible for approximately 27% of road fatalities in South Africa, and the new measure would focus on education, innovation, and law enforcement to foster a culture of responsible road use.