Today, the RSR is putting the spirit of Mandela Month into action. As part of our commitment to making a meaningful difference in the communities we serve, the RSR is at PUSH (Persevere Until Something Happens) Children's Centre in Eldorado Park, Soweto.

The Rail Industry Awards honour the people and organisations whose commitment to safety, excellence and innovation is advancing the rail industry. Click the following link ria.awardsplatform.com/ to submit your nomination and help us recognise those leading the way.

The Railway Safety Regulator’s NIIMS NextGen Phase 01 will officially go live on 30 June 2026. Discover what this means. Watch the video and prepare. #NIIMSNextGen #RailSafety #DigitalTransformation#SafetyFirst #RSR #InnovationInRail #GoLive2026

youtu.be/VB4aBx-HRlY The Railway Safety Regulator (RSR) extends its sincere appreciation to all rail industry stakeholders, law enforcement agencies, community members, media representatives, and partners who joined us in commemorating (ILCAD) 2026.

youtu.be/-LAo7DF4kzg Thank You for Joining the Inaugural Level Crossing Symposium Your participation and commitment reinforced the importance of collaboration in improving level crossing safety across South Africa.

Ending off the Seminar with a powerful panel on safer road & rail intersections Themes: Collaboration across all spheres Tech + implementation Capacity gaps in municipalities Safety = infrastructure + behaviour #RailSafety #Transport #Infrastructure

From DoT: Yusuf Levuno Level crossings remain high-risk despite strong frameworks. Key gaps: • Outdated standards • Fragmented accountability • Weak audits • Data, funding & enforcement issues Fix: coordination & execution @Dotransport #RoadSafety #LevelCrossings #DoT

Dr Willem Sprong showcased how AI, digital monitoring & smart alerts can transform level crossing safety From camera-based detection to GPS warnings, the future is smart, data-driven & proactive. @UPTuks #RailSafety #Innovation #AI

TRIM’s John Kannemeyer & Nkululeko Gobhozi shared key insights on safety, innovation & collaboration to reduce risks at road-rail crossings. #RailSafety #Transnet #Safety

Mid-morning session Tony Seoane (SANRAL): Safe design & visibility are critical at level crossings. Kwanele Simelane (SANRAL): Prevention + response = safer crossings. Thozama Mokoena (Transnet): Incidents are human tragedies impacting train drivers. #RailSafety #ZeroHarm

Today, the Railway Safety Regulator hosts the Inaugural Level Crossing Symposium in Bryanston, Johannesburg. Theme: Zero Harm at Level Crossings Over 100 stakeholders , including rail operators, road authorities and safety experts unite to mark #ILCAD and strengthen rail safety.

International Level Crossing Awareness Day | 09 June 2026 - 2 Days To Go Together, let’s build safer communities by promoting responsible behaviour around railways and level crossings. Safety starts with YOU. #ILCAD2026 #RailSafetyFirst #LevelCrossingAwareness

International Level Crossing Awareness Day (ILCAD) | 09 June 2026 - Countdown Begins As South Africa prepares to commemorate ILCAD, remember: - Trains always have the right of way. - Ignoring warning signals can cost lives. - One risky decision can have fatal consequences.

Every crossing deserves your full attention. No texting. No rushing. No taking chances. Arrive safely by respecting railway crossings. #StayFocused #RailwaySafety #RailSafetyFirst

Rain, fog or darkness can reduce visibility at railway crossings. Slow down and stay alert. Trains may be closer than they appear. #StayAlert #RoadAndRailSafety #SafetyFirst

Today, the Railway Safety Regulator delivered Interface Agreement Management Training aligned to RSR Standard 00-2-6-1 (2024), capacitating 122 stakeholders on mandatory requirements under the Railway Safety Act, 2024 (Act No. 30 of 2024). The focus was uncompromising:

Tomorrow, we reveal the full message. But today… here’s one last look. Tune in on SABC 1, 2 and 3 from 30 March to 7 April for the full campaign.

Every crossing gives you a choice. Only one is safe. Watch the RSR Level Crossing Safety advert from 30 March to 7 April on SABC 1, 2 and 3. #ChooseSafety #LevelCrossingAwareness