Department of Community Safety, Roads and Transport

19/06/2026

To all road users

Tips:
*Pedestrians should only cross at designated crossing points.
*Please make sure it is safe before stepping into the roadway.
*Motorists must reduce speed in areas where pedestrians are present and always be prepared to stop.

Road safety starts with you!

17/06/2026

The MEC for Community Safety, Roads and Transport, Hon. Jabu Mbalula, today participated in the handover of 14 ambulances to the Free State Department of Health at Bongani Hospital, reaffirming government’s commitment to improving emergency services and saving lives across the province.

The ambulances will be deployed to Lejweleputswa, Fezile Dabi, and Thabo Mofutsanyana districts to strengthen Emergency Medical Services and ensure that communities have access to timely healthcare when it matters most.

MEC Mbalula welcomed the partnership between government departments, emphasising that collaboration is key to delivering quality services to communities. “Working together across departments is how we turn the Premier’s service delivery directives into tangible results that communities can see and rely on,” he said.

15/06/2026

To all road users:

BE SEEN. BE SAFE.
Whether you're walking, cycling, or commuting before sunrise or after sunset, visibility saves lives.
• Wear reflective or bright clothing.
• Use lights and reflectors on your bicycle.
• Stay alert and avoid distractions.
• Motorists should slow down and watch for pedestrians and cyclists, especially in residential areas.
Road safety is everyone's responsibility.

Being visible gives drivers the time they need to see you and react.

Be seen. Be safe. Arrive alive!

13/06/2026

13/06/2026

The Rocklands community in Bloemfontein has come out in large numbe...

08/06/2026

Winter got you feeling drained? You are not alone!

Winter fatigue is real. Shorter days, less sunlight, and colder temperatures can mess with your energy, mood, and sleep.

Beat it:
*Move 10 mins: A short walk outside, even on cloudy days, boosts vitamin D and energy.

*Open a window for fresh air, drink a glass of water before coffee, and step outside for 5 minutes of sunlight. Small wins add up.

Take care of yourself this winter. Rest is productive too!

Stay well! Stay safe!

06/06/2026

Hon. MEC Jabu Mbalula led a successful Operation Shanela II in Boshof on 05 June 2026. The multidisciplinary operation resulted in the arrest of wanted robbery suspects, drug-related offenders, and illegal immigrants, while also uncovering counterfeit goods and enforcing traffic and liquor compliance regulations. Through vehicle searches, roadblocks, and search-and-seizure operations, law enforcement agencies demonstrated their commitment to combating crime and creating safer communities.