The Road Transport and Safety Agency (RTSA) in conjunction with the Zambia Police has cautioned road users to comply with road rules and regulations that have been put in place.

RTSA Road Traffic Inspector Martin Kanganja has cautioned road users to ensure that they have all the necessary requirements following the road traffic act 11 of 2002, before embarking on the road, noting that this exercise is a routine compliance check-up for the first quarter of 2025.

In an exclusive interview with ZANIS, while conducting a road check-up along Alick Nkhata road in Lusaka, Mr Kanganja emphasised the importance of complying with road rules and regulations.

Mr Kanganja noted that motorists often neglect to renew their vehicle’s road tax, opting to drive without valid documentation or wait until the last minute.

“This exercise serves as a reminder to all motorists that non-compliance will result in fines payable at our fast-track court at Civic Centre,” he warned.

Mr Kanganja also highlighted that RTSA’s enforcement efforts are part of a broader strategy to reduce road accidents in addition to promoting road safety on the Zambian roads.

 He has since cautioned motorists to renew their vehicle’s road tax and ensure all necessary documentation is up to date to avoid penalties.

“The aim is to encourage compliance and ensure road safety through these enforcement efforts,” he noted. 

Meanwhile, Noah Shumba, a bus driver, commended the efforts from the officers, saying this is the only way to ensure road safety, and has since urged bus owners as well as companies to take responsibility and ensure that their vehicles meet the required road safety standards.