According to new global research, South Africa has been named the world’s most dangerous country to drive in.
The study highlights staggering statistics: 24.5 road traffic deaths per 100,000 people, with more than half (57.5%) linked to alcohol abuse.
Adding to the concern, only 31% of front-seat passengers are estimated to wear seat belts, compared with 97.8% in Norway, which is ranked the safest country to drive in.
With the data painting a grim picture of South African road safety, especially around drinking and driving, the question arises:
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