Cape Town motorists may soon face stricter enforcement on the roads, as the City considers rolling out AI-powered traffic cameras to detect seatbelt and cellphone offences.
Speaking to VOC News, Traffic Services spokesperson Kevin Jacobs said the technology, which has already been piloted on Phillip Kokozana Drive, is capable of capturing multiple violations simultaneously.
“The technology is very effective at detecting multiple offences, and we believe it will significantly improve road safety for Cape Town motorists,” Jacobs said.
He explained that the system tracks moving vehicles, geolocates them, and captures images of suspected offences, which are then verified before any penalties are processed.
“We don’t allow the technology to operate independently. Each potential offence is reviewed to confirm that the driver is indeed committing a violation,” he added.
The pilot project, which began in December 2024, was conducted in partnership with the Road Traffic Management Corporation and focused on testing the quality of the equipment and imagery. Jacobs said approval from the National Prosecuting Authority is still required before the system can be implemented citywide.
“Once approved, it will be rolled out as part of a nationally coordinated effort,” he said.
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