Stellenbosch Municipality

🚗 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗱𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝗮𝗳𝗲𝘁𝘆 𝘁𝗶𝗽𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝘀:

• Check your wiper blades to ensure the windscreen can be cleaned effectively.
• Check your tyres to ensure they have adequate tread for better traction on the road.
• Check that your headlights, brake lights, and indicators are functioning properly.
• Check that defrosters and heating equipment is in good working order.
• Increase the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you.
• Turn on your headlights to see and be seen in dark weather conditions. Avoid using high beams as they reflect off wet and foggy conditions and can temporarily blind other drivers.
• Slow down when it rains.
• Avoid sudden braking as this may cause your car to skid.
• Avoid driving through deep puddles or flowing water if possible.
• Be aware of other vehicles in the rear and blind spot areas, as it can be difficult to see through wet side windows and side mirrors.

🚴‍♂️ 𝗗𝘂𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗽𝗼𝗼𝗿 𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆, 𝗽𝗲𝗱𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝘆𝗰𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝘀 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝗲 𝗲𝘅𝘁𝗿𝗮 𝗰𝗮𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗱𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿. 𝗧𝗶𝗽𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗲𝗱𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝘆𝗰𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝘀:

• Wearing bright-coloured and reflective clothing is essential to improve visibility.
• Avoid dark roads, particularly at night.
• Put as much distance between the road and yourself where possible.
• Use designated pedestrian crossings, pavements and cycle lanes, facing oncoming traffic where possible.

We wish our Muslim residents and visitors a blessed Eid al-Adha. Eid Mubarak to you and your loved ones!

May this joyous occasion bring peace, happiness, and prosperity to your life.

Mayor Gesie

Dear Youth of the Greater Stellenbosch

Today, we come together to honour the spirit, resilience, and boundless potential of our youth.

Youth Day is not only a time to celebrate your achievements but also a moment to reflect on the journey ahead. Your energy, creativity, and passion are the driving forces that will propel us into a brighter tomorrow.

We also take this day to acknowledge the significant contributions that young people made to the struggle for freedom in South Africa. Let us all take a moment to honor their bravery and remember the impact of their actions. Their courage and determination continue to inspire us.

Together, we can overcome any obstacle and create a prosperous and harmonious future for all.
Thank you for your dedication, enthusiasm, and unwavering spirit.

Happy Youth Day!
Mayor Gesie