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AFROSAFE AND TRANS-SAFE PROJECT
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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,…
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ZAMBIA FOURTH QUARTER ROAD TRAFFIC ACCIDENTS STATISTICS FOR 2023
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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…
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ZRST’s Leading Role in Lusaka’s Vision Zero for Youth International Leadership Award
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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…
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Enhancing Child Road Safety: ZRST and UNDP Join Forces for Safer School Journeys
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In a significant stride towards prioritizing child road safety, the Zambia Road Safety Trust (ZRST) proudly collaborated with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Zambia to unveil crucial school improvements in four key institutions across Lusaka. The selected schools included…
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Road Safety Impact in Zambia: ZRST Achievements
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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…
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ZRST expresses condolences as 24 die in tragic road accident in Zambia
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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…
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Mapping for Safer Journeys
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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,…
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Zambia Road Safety Trust Collaborates with RTSA Director to Improve Road Safety in Zambia.
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On Thursday 23/02/2023, the Zambia Road Safety Trust held a meeting with Eng. Amon Mweemba, Director/CEO of the Road Transport and Safety Agency, to introduce their organization and congratulate him on his appointment. During the meeting, the Chairman of the…
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ZRST Urges Government Action to Save Lives of Cyclists
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The Zambia Road Safety Trust (ZRST), the leading road safety non-governmental organization in the country, is urging the Zambian government to take action to improve cycling safety on the nation’s roads. ZRST is a strong advocate for safer cycling roads…
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Urgent Action Needed to Address Epidemic of Road Traffic Accidents in Zambia
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Thursday, 29th December 2022: Lusaka. The Zambia Road Safety Trust, a leading advocacy organization working to promote road safety in the country, is deeply concerned about the alarming increase in road traffic accidents in Zambia in recent months. This disturbing…