Leading the Drive for Safer Roads and Sustainable Transportation in Zambia
The Zambia Road Safety Trust (ZRST) is the leading non-governmental organization (NGO) dedicated to building a safer and more sustainable transportation system in Zambia. We are driven by a profound concern for the lives lost and injuries sustained due to preventable road accidents, disproportionately impacting vulnerable groups like pedestrians, cyclists, and school children.
Founded in 2014, we are an operational NGO, actively pursuing boots-on-the-ground projects across various areas:
- Climate-Resilient Planning: Empowering communities with digital tools to improve preparedness for floods and other climate-related risks.
- Road Safety Capacity Building: Equipping professionals and stakeholders with data-driven knowledge and skills to advocate for safer roads.
- Inclusive Transport Planning: Integrating the needs of disadvantaged groups and climate resilience into infrastructure development.
- Safer Streets for Children: Creating child-friendly environments that promote walkability, reduce accidents, and foster community connections.
- Slow Pedestrian Zones: Advocating for and implementing 30 km/h speed limits to protect pedestrians in high-risk areas.
- Sustainable Transportation: Promoting eco-friendly alternatives like walking, cycling, and public transit to reduce emissions and congestion.
- Safe School Initiatives: Implementing infrastructure improvements and awareness campaigns to protect school children.
Our vision is a Zambia where every journey is safe, sustainable, and accessible to all. We achieve this through collaborative partnerships with government agencies, private sector entities, local communities, and other NGOs. We actively participate in policy discussions and advocate for change to improve road safety regulations and infrastructure.
Our impact is multi-faceted:
- Empowering communities: equipping them with knowledge, skills, and resources to navigate their environments safely.
- Saving lives and reducing injuries: preventing road accidents and mitigating their consequences.
- Building a more sustainable future: promoting eco-friendly transportation choices and climate-resilient infrastructure.
- Fostering social equity: ensuring accessible and safe mobility for all, regardless of age, ability, or socioeconomic background.
Join us in our mission to create a safer, healthier, and more sustainable Zambia for everyone. Together, we can make a difference!
Thank you for visiting the Zambia Road Safety Trust’s website. We encourage you to explore our initiatives, get involved, and help us build a safer and more sustainable road environment for everyone.