The South African Police Service (SAPS) took an unconventional approach to address the rising concerns about the notorious N1 route’s danger during the December holiday.
They temporarily closed the route in Limpopo province to allow sangomas (traditional healers) to perform an annual cleansing ceremony.
The move was to ensure safety for travellers during the festive season.
A TikTok video posted by @newsnexussa showing the cleansing ceremony gained traction on social media. It currently has 638,000 views and thousands of comments.
The highway footage sparked both fascination and scepticism among South Africans. While some applauded the approach for spiritual protection, others argued that the real culprits behind fatal accidents are drunk drivers.
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