R6,000 fine for drivers who ignore a 15-year-old warning in South Africa

• Drivers in South Africa can indeed face fines totaling up to R6,000 and have their devices confiscated if they ignore a 15-year-old warning about using phones while driving.
• The World Health Organisation first issued its warning about distracted driving 15 years ago, as mobile phone ownership was rapidly growing worldwide.
• The fine of up to R6,000 is in addition to potential confiscation of the device and may also result in increased insurance premiums for those found guilty.