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ENHANCING URBAN MOBILITY: SUCCESSFUL WALKABILITY TRAINING SESSION IN LUSAKA
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Lusaka is a key strategic hub in Southern and Central Africa, connected by major highways to neighboring countries such as the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Tanzania, Malawi, Zimbabwe, Namibia, and Angola. As one of the fastest-developing urban centers…
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ON THE ROAD TO SAFETY: DISCUSSING INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS WITH THE WORLD BANK FOR ZAMBIA’S ROADS
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On Friday, May 3rd, 2024, the Zambia Road Safety Trust (ZRST) had the honour of hosting a pivotal meeting with esteemed representatives from the World Bank. The meeting welcomed key figures such as Mr. Trevor Hall, Mr. Adam Briggs, and…
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LAUNCH OF THE BE ROAD SAFE AFRICA CAMPAIGN
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The Be Road Safe Africa Campaign was successfully launched on 15 March 2024 in Lusaka, Zambia. Various stakeholders played a pivotal role including Eng. Allen Mate Board Chairman of the Road Transport and Safety Agency (RTSA), who spoke on behalf…
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COLLABORATIVE EFFORTS FOR CYCLING AND PEDESTRIAN SAFETY IN ZAMBIA
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On 28 February 2024, the Zambia Road Safety Trust engaged in a meeting with Kalingalinga Ward 36 Councilor Mukubesa Nyoni, representing the Lusaka Mayor Madam Chilando Chitangala, and officials from the Road Transport and Safety Agency (RTSA). The discussion focused…
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SAFER JOURNEYS TO SCHOOLS PROJECT
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In a concerted effort to prioritize the safety and security of school going children during their daily commute, the Zambia Road Safety Trust, in collaboration with Prudential and Safe Steps Zambia, launched the “Safe Journeys to Schools” project. This initiative…
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CLIMATE RESILIENCE PLANNING WITH DIGITAL MAPPING
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In Lusaka’s flood-prone communities, we implemented a project focused on enhancing disaster and climate resilience. Our main goal was to support communities with limited capacity to adapt to climate-related hazards. We used open map data to bridge information gaps between…
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REDUCE SPEEDING PROJECT
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In the heart of Lusaka, Zambia, the Zambia Road Safety Trust (ZRST) initiated a significant project known as the Reduce Speeding initiative. Made possible with support from Vital Strategies and collaboration with the Zambia Police, the Road Transport and Safety…
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CAR FREE DAY INITIATIVE
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Every year, we host the Zambia Car Free Day, a global initiative that seeks to encourage people to refrain from using private vehicles for a day, promoting sustainable transportation alternatives like walking, cycling, and public transit. The main goal is…
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STREETS FOR KIDS PROJECT
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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…
