Africa-Press – Tanzania. AS part of preparations for the upcoming tourism season, the Police Force, through the Arusha Region Traffic Division, has conducted a special training program for more than 800 tourist vehicle drivers. The training aimed at enhancing their capacity and ensuring that transport services provided to tourists are safe and meet acceptable standards.
While opening the training session, Senior Assistant Commissioner of Police (SACP) William Mkonda stated that the main objective is to remind the drivers about various road safety laws and regulations. He also emphasized the importance of discussing the challenges drivers face on the roads to find better and collective solutions.
SACP Mkonda pointed out that tourist vehicle drivers play a crucial role in shaping the international image of the country. He noted that if these drivers follow traffic laws and operate professionally, they can become ambassadors of safety and contribute to an increase in tourist arrivals to Tanzania.
Additionally, he urged the drivers to observe traffic rules not only through personal responsibility but also by supporting one another offering reminders, warnings, and advice while on the road. He stressed that such cooperation could significantly help reduce unnecessary road accidents.
On his part, the Chairman of the Tanzania Tour Guides Association (TTGA), Lembrisi Moses, said that over 800 drivers had participated in the training. He added that the sessions had been instrumental in reinforcing their understanding of road signs, appropriate speed limits, and their duty to ensure the safety of visitors.
Usia Israel, one of the trained drivers, said the training reminded him of the importance of defensive driving, which helps in preventing avoidable road incidents. He encouraged fellow drivers to adopt defensive driving techniques for the safety of all road users.
This training is part of the Police Force’s broader strategy to engage various community groups in building awareness of road safety laws and familiarizing them with the force’s updated operational systems.
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