Recently, concern has been growing over the lack of traffic signals on the main road at Sowutuom, a suburb in Accra. This has led to several accidents, particularly involving children who attend the nearby schools and have to cross the road on a daily basis.
In an effort to address this issue, the Norwegian Embassy took the initiative to paint a zebra crossing at Poloo Junction. Since this new zebra crossing was painted, residents have noticed a significant improvement in road safety in the area, with drivers and pedestrians showing more civility towards each other.
One of the area’s mechanics expressed gratitude for the zebra crossing, stating that it has made crossing the road much safer, especially for the pupils. He emphasized the importance of drivers acknowledging the zebra crossing and stopping for pedestrians.
A zebra crossing, marked with white stripes, is a vital road safety tool for pedestrian safety. It serves as a standard practice to create a safer environment for road users. A driver operating in Sowutuom, Kofi, urged his colleagues to be patient and allow pedestrians to cross at the zebra crossing, emphasizing that the lives of pedestrians should not be compromised for the sake of convenience.
The Norwegian Embassy’s decision to paint the zebra crossing was to support a blogger’s ‘Respect Zebra Crossing’ initiative, highlighting the importance of road safety for all residents. This initiative serves as a reminder to the community of the importance of respecting zebra crossings and the safety of pedestrians.
Overall, the painting of the zebra crossing at Poloo Junction has significantly improved road safety in the area and highlights the importance of creating safer environments for pedestrians.
