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Law-enforcement operations will be in full swing in Nelson Mandela Bay this weekend as large crowds are expected at the Splash Festival which returns after two years.
Joint operations between SAPS and Metro Police and Traffic will be conducted with a zero-tolerance approach toward drinking and driving.
Speaking at a briefing on Thursday, Metro Police Commissioner, Yolanda Faro, said the City's roads are expected to be busy since it's the first Easter weekend since the end of the National State Of The Disaster Act.
She said there will be many visible policing operations starting on Thursday evening.
"If you are going to drink make sure that you have somebody that is sober that will drive. If not, there is 'Uber', or stay at home and enjoy your drink," she warned.
The Acting Safety and Director, Shane Brown, said they are expecting a high turnout is expected for the Splash Festival.
He has also urged the public to take Covid-19 precautionary measures, saying the country is not yet out of the woods.
"Even though the State of Disaster is no longer, there are certain laws and regulations that are still in place. The one is that if you are indoors, you are required to wear a mask," he said.
Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality says it has "invested R3.5 million" into the festival, which will see 40 local artists and national artists who hail from the Bay, take centre stage.
Executive Mayor Eugene Johnson says Bay residents and visitors will be thrilled by the new attractions which include the Baakens Valley Food trucks and wine pairing tents.
"We are sure that our residents and visitors will create memorable and special moments. Stage entertainment, food stalls, crafters, and watersports will be forming part of this year’s programme," she said.
