{"id":65282,"date":"2026-04-15T16:06:34","date_gmt":"2026-04-15T16:06:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/mauritius\/all-news\/minister-mahomed-discusses-road-safety-and-transport-issues"},"modified":"2026-04-15T17:11:13","modified_gmt":"2026-04-15T17:11:13","slug":"minister-mahomed-discusses-road-safety-and-transport-issues","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/mauritius\/all-news\/minister-mahomed-discusses-road-safety-and-transport-issues","title":{"rendered":"Minister Mahomed Discusses Road Safety and Transport Issues"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"ap-summary\" dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"en\">\n<h4>What You Need to Know<\/h4>\n<p>Minister Osman Mahomed convened a meeting with key officials to address road safety and public transport issues in Constituency No 7. Proposed measures include enhanced pedestrian crossings, traffic lights, and improved bus services. The Minister emphasized the need for prompt action to improve residents&#8217; quality of life and mobility.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"ap-article-header-tag\"> <strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Mauritius. <\/strong> <\/span>The Minister of Land Transport, Mr Osman Mahomed, held a meeting, yesterday in Port Louis, with the Minister of Tertiary Education, Science and Research, Dr Kaviraj Sukon; the Minister of Public Service and Administrative Reforms, Mr Lutchmanah Pentiah, and Member of the National Assembly, Dr Sandeep Prayag, to discuss pressing road safety concerns and shortcomings in public transport services affecting Constituency No. 7.<\/p>\n<p>Representatives of the Traffic Management and Road Safety Unit and the National Land Transport Authority as well as officers of the Ministry were also present.<\/p>\n<p>In a statement, Minister Mahomed underlined that the issues raised by residents of Poudre D\u2019Or Hamlet, L\u2019Esp\u00e9rance Tr\u00e9buchet, Gokhoola, L\u2019Amiti\u00e9, Mapou and Rivi\u00e8re du Rempart were given due consideration. A range of corrective measures has been proposed, including the installation of raised pedestrian crossings, traffic lights, clearer road markings, improved street lighting, additional traffic signage, and the provision of more buses to better cater for the needs of the region.<\/p>\n<p>The Minister expressed confidence that the relevant authorities will take prompt action to implement these measures and formulate additional recommendations where necessary to address outstanding concerns. He emphasised that these initiatives are intended to enhance road safety and improve the overall quality of life of residents. A site visit is also scheduled to enable a more thorough assessment and the development of concrete and practical solutions.<\/p>\n<p>Discussions also focused on the mobility challenges encountered by residents who rely on bus routes 159 and 22 in Mapou, particularly in accessing hospitals, workplaces, and educational institutions. Proposals were further put forward to reinstate Sunday bus services on routes 84 and 85, introduce early departures at 06:00 and 06:15, and address reported irregularities in bus services affecting areas such as Petite Julie, Triolet, and Plaine des Roches.<\/p>\n<p>Road safety and public transport have been ongoing concerns in Mauritius, particularly in urban areas like Port Louis. The government has previously implemented various initiatives to enhance transportation infrastructure and ensure safer travel for residents. Recent discussions have highlighted the need for further improvements to meet the growing demands of the population and address specific local challenges in Constituency No 7. Addressing these issues is crucial for fostering community well-being and accessibility.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ap-article-footer-note\">Find more news and analyses on <span class=\"ap-highlight-country\">Mauritius<\/span> on the <span class=\"ap-highlight-brand\">Africa Press<\/span> website<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What You Need to Know Minister Osman Mahomed convened a meeting with key officials to address road safety and public transport issues in Constituency No 7. Proposed measures include enhanced pedestrian crossings, traffic lights, and improved bus services. The Minister emphasized the need for prompt action to improve residents&#8217; quality of life and mobility. 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