By AGISANANG SCUFF
22 September 2025- The Limpopo Department of Transport and Community Safety have intensified its fight against drunk driving through the Phuza Weekend Operation, conducted between 17 and 19 September 2025. The blitz resulted in the arrest of 17 motorists across the province. The department said in the Capricorn District, three motorists were arrested with the highest alcohol reading recorded at 0.93mg/1000ml.
The Limpopo Department of Transport and Community Safety spokesperson, Tidimalo Chuene said Mopani District accounted for two arrests, the highest reading being 0.30mg/1000ml. Chuene said Vhembe District registered the highest number of arrests, with eight drivers taken off the road.
“The most severe case recorded was 0.60mg/1000ml. Waterberg District recorded four arrests, with the highest reading at 0.88mg/1000ml. Sekhukhune District reported no incidents of drunk driving during this period.
“These arrests highlight the Department’s unwavering commitment to road safety and its zero-tolerance stance against lawlessness. Motorists are reminded to never drink and drive. The decisions you make behind the wheel determine whether lives are saved or lost,” she said.
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