South African metros cannot afford to repair traffic lights – replace them with stop signs

In a shocking move, South African municipalities have decided to scrap expensive traffic light repairs in favor of replacing them with stop signs, citing repeated vandalism as the main reason. This decision has left many questioning the safety and efficiency of city infrastructure, with some municipalities, such as Ekurhuleni, having spent millions on repairs in the past. The Automobile Association of South Africa is now calling for greater transparency, urging municipalities to publish a list of broken traffic lights and streetlights.