Roads Authority

“In a statement issued on Friday, the RA says the speed humps were installed "as an immediate road safety measure following a rise in pedestrian-related crashes, including fatal incidents".”

“The RA says it has spent about N$704 000 for the procurement of speed humps and road signs and transportation of material from South Africa.”

“Instead of telling the minister his idea was not practical, RA bosses caved. Board members were allegedly afraid to question the minister.”

“Former Roads Authority (RA) chief executive Conrad Lutombi and engineers from the parastatal rejected a proposal to install speed humps along the B1 Western Bypass five years ago, citing non-compliance concerns.”

“The Roads Authority said the introduction of computerised testing is expected to improve fairness and accuracy in the assessment of learner drivers while making the testing process more efficient and user-friendly.”

“He is also asking the court to compel the minister of works and transport and the Roads Authority (RA) to immediately, or within 24 hours after the court has issued such an order, remove the speed humps placed on the Western Bypass.”

“The Roads Authority (RA) says it spent about N$704 000 on the installation of speed humps, road signs and transport costs along sections of the B1 Western Bypass and the A1 road south of Windhoek.”

“The RA last week installed speed humps on the highway following a directive by works and transport minister Veikko Nekundi.”

“In Namibia specifically, the Roads Authority only installs traffic-calming measures where speed limits are less… More accidents were reported since the speedbreakers were installed than during the same period without them, and scattered glass and body parts are reminders of less safety, while the protected pedestrians are now bolder in crossing where no policing is in sight or available, as city police are not allowed and the national traffic authority has no manpower.”

“He noted that the Roads Authority was established to manage the national road network through qualified engineers, planners and transport specialists, and argued that ministerial direction on engineering solutions raises concerns about the role of the authority's technical expertise.”