RFA welcomes reopening of N3 highway

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"We are doing our best under trying circumstances to ensure that no one endures food, fuel and medicine shortages - working closely with our compatriots in the retail sector, to allow them to re-supply stores."

The N3 is a strategic corridor, with the value of goods travelling on this highway estimated to be around R3bn. "Thankfully, trucks can now start the wheels of the economy along this corridor turning again, enabling many businesses to resume operations," says Kelly.

"With the impact on every company and every person in South Africa as a result of the recent violence and looting, it has been heartening to witness communities coming together, protecting what is theirs and actively working together to start rebuilding what we have lost."

The protection of trucks, the employees, the loads and distribution centres remain a top priority for the RFA, says Kelly and "we call upon law enforcement to remain active and vigilant in protecting the N3. The safe passage of goods and people on this important route is vital. We cannot allow a repeat of last week’s senseless violence and looting."