CG RSA FLASH GATE owes it's establishment to Angel Cinga Gaba, Chief Executive Officer (CEO), a passionate road safety advocate dedicated to youth empowerment, community development and socio-economic growth. He founded CG RSA FLASH GATE in 2018.
CG RSA FLASH GATE Founder and Leadership Profile: Youth-Led Road Safety Leadership, Inspiring a New Generation: As the organisation’s Director, Angel’s mission has been revitalised through the tireless efforts and unwavering support of Zama Senamele Ngcobo, a fellow passionate road safety advocate and ambassador who was inspired by Angel’s leadership. As Deputy Director of CG RSA FLASH GATE, her commitment has been instrumental in the leadership of the organisation and fuelling its growth. Together, Angel and Zama, as young leaders, have inspired a new generation of youth to become road safety ambassadors, empowering them to drive positive change in their communities.
Explore The Two pivotal factors sparked the founder's passion, leading to the establishment of CG RSA FLASH GATE.
First Key Factor: Alarming Road Fatality Statistics
The alarming road fatality statistics in South Africa, which were persistently high in the years leading up to 2018, were a major inspiration for the establishment of CG RSA FLASH GATE. Although the organisation was founded in 2018, the problem of road fatalities existed long before. In fact, a personal tragedy struck the founder’s family when a loved one was severely injured in a road crash, highlighting the devastating impact of road accidents. The 2018 statistics, however, serve as a benchmark to measure the impact and contribution of CG RSA FLASH GATE. According to the Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) and the National Department of Transport, in 2018, South Africa recorded 12,921 fatalities on its roads. This includes 5,083 pedestrian fatalities and 3,583 driver fatalities. Notably, children between 0-14 years old accounted for 10.2% of fatalities, while the 25-39 age group accounted for 40.9% of fatalities.
Coming To The Second Key Factor: Economic Impact of Road Crashes
The second key factor that inspired the establishment of CG RSA FLASH GATE is the significant economic burden of road crashes in South Africa. Road crashes not only claim lives but also have a profound impact on the country’s economic growth. The loss of young people, including children between 0-14 years old and young adults between 25-39 years old, who are the future leaders, engineers, entrepreneurs, and innovators of the country, is particularly devastating. This loss affects the nation’s human capital, leading to a reduction in the workforce and a strain on the economy. The economic impact of road crashes is further exacerbated by the costs of medical care, emergency services, and damage to property.
The Founder’s Personal Commitment to Road Safety
The founder’s personal commitment to road safety is deeply rooted in their own experience of losing loved ones and close friends to road crashes. This personal tragedy has fuelled a passion for road safety, driving the mission to prevent similar tragedies and promote safer roads. By addressing the alarming road fatality statistics and the significant economic burden of road crashes, CG RSA FLASH GATE aims to make a meaningful contribution to reducing the devastating impact of road crashes and fatalities on families, communities, and the South African economy.
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Disclaimer: The photographs used on this website are meant to raise awareness about road safety and do not depict actual events or individuals. Viewer discretion is advised! These serve as a poignant reminder of the lives lost and families torn apart by road crashes and fatalities. At CG RSA FLASH GATE, we honor the memories of those lost and acknowledge the suffering of their loved ones. May these images inspire collective action for safer roads.
A Stark Reminder: The Human Cost of Road Accidents. May the memories of those lost in these tragic road crashes and fatalities inspire change and vigilance on our roads. We share these images not to sensationalize, but to humanize the urgent need for road safety awareness and reform across South Africa. They serve as a poignant reminder of the lives lost and families torn apart by road accidents. At CG RSA FLASH GATE, we honor the memories of those lost and acknowledge the suffering of their loved ones. May these images inspire collective action for safer roads.
