The National Road Safety Debate and Participatory Educational Techniques (PET) Prize-giving Ceremony has celebrated the achievements of South Africa's young minds in promoting road safety. Hosted by the Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) and the Department of Transport, the event recognized the efforts of high school students from across the country who participated in the debate and PET competitions.
The National Road Safety Debate and Participatory Educational Techniques (PET) Prize-giving Ceremony has celebrated the achievements of South Africa’s young minds in promoting road safety. Hosted by the Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) and the Department of Transport, the event recognized the efforts of high school students from across the country who participated in the debate and PET competitions.
Limpopo Province emerged as a top performer, showcasing its talent in both debate and PET categories. In the Urban Debate category, Limpopo tied for first place with Mpumalanga Province, while in the Rural Debate, they secured third place. Additionally, Limpopo’s Miss Seroka Nareadi was recognized as one of the Best Speakers, and the province shared the Best Trainer award.
In the PET competition, Limpopo Province secured second place in the Rural PET category and third place in the Urban PET category. The province also shared the Best Trainer award in the debate category.
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RTMC’s interim CEO, Ms. Refilwe Mongale, emphasized the importance of these initiatives, stating, “These debates are more than just academic exercises; they are the bedrock of future policy. When young people internalize these concepts and articulate them with such passion, they transform into agents of change within their families and communities.”
The event concluded with a call to action, encouraging attendees to become active participants in promoting road safety and embracing the collective responsibility to reduce road fatalities.
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