Road accidents pose a significant safety challenge in Guyana. Each year over 1,500 accidents occur resulting in around 115 fatalities. Vulnerable road users such as pedestrians and motorcyclists make up the majority of accident victims. The document outlines the road safety issues in Guyana and proposes strategies to address them, including improving road infrastructure, enforcing traffic laws, raising public awareness, and strengthening emergency response. A collective effort is needed from government agencies and road users to implement road safety programs and reduce accidents.
Road accidents pose a significant safety challenge in Guyana. Each year over 1,500 accidents occur resulting in around 115 fatalities. Vulnerable road users such as pedestrians and motorcycl…