| · Drive on the left hand side of the road in | | | | Drivers Licence doesn't have a photograph, then use |
| South Africa and overtake on the right only. | | | | your passport for photographic identification! |
| · South Africa travel distances and speed | | | | · Speed Limit on the national highways, |
| limits are displayed in kilometers on road signs. | | | | freeways and all other main roads in South Africa is |
| · The message is clear "Don't Drink and | | | | 120km/h (75mph). |
| Drive". There are strict drink driving laws in South | | | | · On the rural road network the speed limit is |
| Africa. The maximum alcohol blood content level that | | | | 100km/h (60mph). |
| is allowed is 0.05%. This is around one glass of wine | | | | · In the urban locations the limit is usually |
| per person. Don't ruin your holiday by geting | | | | 60km/h (35mph), unless signs dictate otherwise. |
| prosecuted for drink driving. | | | | · Make sure to reduce speed on congested |
| · A common feature at quiet intersections on | | | | roads, or if conditions are poor due to rain or mist. |
| South Africa roads are Four Way Stops. Here, the | | | | · Note that in South Africa it is illegal to park |
| very first vehicle to arrive has priority. Remember to | | | | your vehicle on the opposite side of the road when it |
| give way to traffic on the right at roundabouts - | | | | is facing oncoming traffic. |
| however it is wise and then proceed with caution. | | | | · Yield to traffic on the right at roundabouts |
| · You must always wear a seat belt. All of | | | | - oncoming traffic on the right has the right of way. |
| the passengers in the vehicle are required by law to | | | | Proceed with caution if clear on the right. |
| wear seatbelts. | | | | · At traffic lights, if the light is green, then |
| · The use of hand held cell phones whilst you | | | | you can proceed. If you are turning to the right and |
| are driving is not permitted on South African roads. | | | | the light is green, the oncoming traffic has the right |
| Use a hands free kit should you want to avail of the | | | | of way. Wait until it is clear to proceed. |
| use of a mobile phone. | | | | · At traffic lights if you are turning left and |
| · You are required by law to carry your | | | | the light is green, you can proceed. |
| Drivers Licence when driving, and it is also advised to | | | | · When the traffic lights turn to amber, slow |
| acquire an International Driver Permit also. Police Road | | | | down and stop. |
| Traffic Officers will want to see your driving | | | | · The legal age for driving in South Africa is |
| documents if they stop you on your journey. If your | | | | 18 years of age. |