To: Minister of Transport, Barbara Creecy

Urgent Request for Road Safety Measures on Boiketlong/Houtkop Road

In September, a memorandum was sent to Minister of Transport Barbara Creecy, and on the 7th of November 2025, the minister responded to the memorandum and noted that the Local Emfulweni Municipality has implemented the installation of speed humps and pedestrian crossings along Boiketlong/Houtkop road. https://www.sanews.g

Petition for Road Safety Measures on Boiketlong Road

[Campaign Update: 27 November 2025] In September, a memorandum was sent to Minister of Transport Barbara Creecy, and on the 7th of November 2025, the minister responded to the memorandum and noted that the Local Emfulweni Municipality has implemented the installation of speed humps and pedestrian crossings along Boiketlong/Houtkop road. https://www.sanews.gov.za/south-africa/major-progress-gauteng-road-network-revamp

We want the Department of Transport and relevant authorities to:

Install speed humps along Boiketlong Road to reduce reckless driving and speeding.
Create safe pedestrian crossings (such as zebra crossings, raised walkways, or school crossing zones).
Provide proper signage warning drivers of school zones and pedestrian activity.
Ensure regular monitoring and enforcement of traffic laws in the area.

In short: We want immediate road safety infrastructure and enforcement to protect school children and residents on Boiketlong Road.

Why is this important?

Boiketlong Road has become a death trap for children and pedestrians. The recent tragedy, where young learners lost their lives while crossing the road after getting off a school bus, has left families broken and the entire community in mourning.

Every day, hundreds of children and residents are forced to cross this unsafe road without speed control measures, pedestrian crossings, or warning signs for drivers. Without urgent intervention, more lives will be lost.

This is not just a road issue — it’s a matter of child safety, community wellbeing, and social justice. No parent should live in fear each time their child walks to or from school. By installing speed humps, pedestrian facilities, and proper signage, the government can save lives, prevent further heartbreak, and uphold the right of children to a safe environment.

How it will be delivered

We will deliver the petition through a combined approach: formally submit signed copies to Minister Creecy, the local municipality, and Gauteng Transport (via email and hand delivery). A public handover with residents, parents, and media will ensure visibility. An online petition will gather wider support, shared on social media. We’ll request a written response within 7–14 days, escalating to oversight bodies if no action follows.

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Updates

2025-12-04 10:58:12 +0200

Petition is successful with 85 signatures

2025-09-29 10:12:45 +0200

50 signatures reached

2025-09-27 19:35:50 +0200

25 signatures reached

2025-09-27 14:10:02 +0200

10 signatures reached