Zambia Road Safety Trust
STREETS FOR KIDS PROJECT
The Streets for Kids Project in Lusaka, Zambia, is a transformative initiative aimed at creating safer, more inclusive streets for children and enhancing social connections within the community. The project aimed to create a safe and inclusive street environment that prioritized the needs of schoolchildren, caregivers, pedestrians, and cyclists. Various measures were implemented, including improving … Read more
AFROSAFE AND TRANS-SAFE PROJECT
Improving road safety in countries with poor infrastructure, old and poorly maintained vehicles, underfunded and ill-equipped police forces, and inadequate driver training and testing is a challenging task. The AfroSAFE and TRANSSAFE projects, in which ZRST is a collaborating partner, address these challenges along with other stakeholders.AfroSAFE: Improving road safety in low- and middle-income countries. … Read more
ZAMBIA FOURTH QUARTER ROAD TRAFFIC ACCIDENTS STATISTICS FOR 2023
During the fourth quarter from 1st October, 2023 to 31st December, 2023, a total number of 9549 road traffic accidents were recorded. 446 were recorded as fatal road traffic accidents in which 515 persons were killed. 905 were recorded as serious injury road traffic accidents in which 1585 persons were serious injured. 1855 were recorded … Read more
ZRST’s Leading Role in Lusaka’s Vision Zero for Youth International Leadership Award
In the heart of Zambia, the vibrant capital city of Lusaka found itself basking in the radiant glow of the 2023 International Vision Zero for Youth Leadership Award. This prestigious accolade, bestowed upon the city by the National Center for Safe Routes to School in collaboration with the FIA Foundation, celebrated not just Lusaka’s achievements … Read more
Enhancing Child Road Safety: ZRST and UNDP Join Forces for Safer School Journeys
In 2023, the Zambia Road Safety Trust (ZRST), working with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Zambia, delivered school road safety improvements at six schools across Lusaka. The schools included Kabanana Primary School, Kalingalinga Basic School, Lusakakasa Primary School, Jacaranda Combined School, Chainda and Regiment. Jacaranda Combined School hosted the launch. At the launch event, … Read more
Road Safety Impact in Zambia: ZRST Achievements
As part of our ongoing commitment to enhancing road safety in Zambia, the Zambia Road Safety Trust (ZRST) has been actively working to address the alarming statistics surrounding road accidents and fatalities. Here is a brief summary of the impact of ZRST’s efforts: These summarized highlights underscore the Zambia Road Safety Trust’s dedication to making … Read more
ZRST expresses condolences as 24 die in tragic road accident in Zambia
Zambia Road Safety Trust (ZRST) expresses its deepest condolences to the families of the 24 individuals who lost their lives in a tragic road accident on May 13, 2023. Our thoughts and prayers are with those who have been affected by this heartbreaking incident. The accident occurred when a Mitsubishi Rosa Bus carrying 35 passengers … Read more
Mapping for Safer Journeys
Great news! ZRST is proud to announce its entry into the global mapping community to advance the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through open mapping. As a first step, we will be working to identify high-risk road networks and pedestrian areas, enhance disaster and emergency response, and promote Safe and Healthy Streets for Children, Youth and … Read more
Commemoration of the World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims 2022
Speech during the commemoration of the World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims 2022 (WDoR22) at UTH by ZRST Chairman Daniel Mwamba on18th November 2022 Good morning, gentlemen and Ladies!Every twenty-four seconds, a life is lost due to a traffic collision. Road deaths and injuries are abrupt, violent, and traumatic occurrences. It is something … Read more