25-year-old problem with roads in South Africa has become a huge issue

• The 25-year-old problem with roads in South Africa refers to the outdated road infrastructure, with 80% of roads designed and built 25 years ago and now requiring upgrades.
• Key context is that the Free State province faces significant challenges due to its aging road network, which was transferred to the South African National Roads Agency (SANRAL) 48% of the time.
• Implications include concerns over road safety fatalities, with discussions set to begin on understanding where and why these incidents occur, as well as plans for upgrading roads to meet national standards.