As South Africa prepares to lead the hashtag#G20 in 2025, road safety and active mobility must remain at the heart of global discussions. Building on Brazil’s legacy and the U20 Rio São Paulo Communiqué’s focus on sustainable urban transport, investing in safer roads is key to saving lives and reducing inequalities.
During the Eighth Session of the Committee on Transport, UNRSF’s Nneka Henry emphasized the need for stronger partnerships and innovative funding mechanisms, such as road safety bonds, to address critical road safety challenges in the Asia-Pacific region.
With support from the UNRSF-funded ACRoS initiative, Zimbabwe is now part of a network of African cities focused on road safety. Harare recently held its first Open Street event in Budiriro, promoting safe walking and cycling and exploring low-cost safety solutions.