The MVA Fund continues to enhance its commitment to reducing road crash injuries and fatalities by focusing more on prevention. While the Fund remains committed to assisting crash survivors, it is increasingly investing in proactive, people-centred interventions that tackle the root causes of crashes. One such initiative is the Truckers’ Wellness Campaign, introduced to support heavy vehicle drivers.
With long hours on the road, fatigue, and other health issues, truck drivers are often placed under great pressure, which can affect their alertness and decision-making. Through this initiative, the MVA Fund, in partnership with the Walvis Bay Corridor Group (WBCG) and NAMPOL Traffic Law Enforcement, is delivering wellness services directly to drivers at key checkpoints and transport corridors. These activations provide onsite health screenings, alongside road safety education and compliance awareness, fostering a supportive environment where drivers are not only checked but also cared for. Based on an assessment conducted by NAMPOL Traffic Law Enforcement, approximately 750 trucks exit Walvis Bay daily, indicating a significant increase in the number of trucks on the roads and reinforcing the importance of targeted interventions such as these.
The campaign has already observed a strong link between driver health and road safety. Screenings carried out during past activations unmasked common health risks such as, hypertension and weight issues that can cause fatigue and diminished concentration while driving. By identifying these risks early and engaging drivers directly, the Fund carries out a proactive approach to prevent crashes before they occur, promoting a culture of responsibility and self-care on the roads.
Building on the success of earlier activations in Swakopmund and at the Okapuka Checkpoint in Windhoek in December 2025, where approximately 121 truck drivers were screened, the initiative has continued into 2026. The Fund is currently hosting a joint road safety and wellness activation at the Massive Traffic Checkpoint in Rundu from 23 to 24 March 2026, with the next activation scheduled for Gobabis from 26 to 27 March 2026, in collaboration with WBCG, NAMPOL, and the Roads Authority Transport Inspectorate.
WBCG’s mobile and fixed wellness clinics play a vital role in providing efficient, evidence-based health screenings, while the MVA Fund and its partners engage drivers on safe driving practices, fatigue management, and compliance with traffic regulations. These activations, typically conducted from 08h30 to 17h00, are aimed not only at enforcing the law but also at supporting drivers holistically, recognising that safer roads start with healthy drivers.
This expanding collaboration demonstrates a shared commitment to improving road safety outcomes nationwide. By incorporating wellness into traditional traffic law enforcement efforts, the initiative strengthens partnerships, increases engagement with vulnerable road users, and supports national priorities related to public health and transport safety.
With this initiative, the Fund aims to screen at least 100 truck drivers in the current round of activations. As the programme grows, it emphasises a simple yet powerful message: road safety is not just about rules and regulations; it involves people, their well-being, and making sure every journey ends safely.