15 Dec 2020

Orange Botswana has observed the use of mobile phones while driving as a contributing factor to car accidents. 

Therefore, the company encourages drivers to desist from using mobile phones while driving for the safety of all.

A press release from Orange Botswana says as the festive season approaches, car accidents increase, building on an existing risk due to the use of mobile phones while driving. 

“With this in mind, Orange Botswana has made it a main priority to ensure that Batswana stay safe. Orange Botswana cares about the well-being of their customers, and therefore encourages Batswana not to text and drive,” says Orange Botswana CEO, Dr Patrick Benon.

Dr Benon says; “This holiday season is usually rife with car accidents, 25 per cent  of which are caused due to people being on their phones, calling or texting while they are driving, hence they are not wholly concentrating on the road as they should be.

“Not only does this put the life of the driver in jeopardy, but also potentially the lives of all others on the road. 

We want all of our valued customers to be safe and protected, thus we impress on all not to use mobile phones while driving. 

What matters most to us at Orange Botswana, is the wellbeing of all Batswana.”

In addition to promoting safe driving, Dr Benon says Orange Botswana would like to encourage people not to drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs, while fatigued, without wearing a seatbelt and without using headlights if driving at night. 

“It is important to follow all road regulations in line with the laws of Botswana while driving. 

Orange Botswana wishes Batswana a safe and joyous Christmas holiday. 

Let us work to ensure our roads remain safe,” concluded Dr Benon. ends