Residents of Cape Flats are now up in arms about the skyrocketing cost of speeding fines. As speeding transforms into a high-cost activity reserved for the financially privileged, local residents argue that the steep fines are not just a burden but an exclusionary practice that benefits only those who can afford to bend the law.

Recent reports indicate that speeding fines have reached astronomical figures, effectively turning lawbreaking into a premium service. The disparity has led to frustration among Cape Flats residents, who claim that the current system is unfair and disproportionately affects those who are least able to pay.

"It's outrageous," says local resident Dylan Adams. "We’re being penalized just for trying to get to work faster. It’s like the government wants us to choose between paying for food or paying for the privilege of driving a little faster."

In response to the growing discontent, Cape Flats community leaders are calling for a more equitable approach to speeding fines. Their proposal? A sliding scale based on income, ensuring that all residents have a fair chance at speeding—provided they’re willing to pay.

“Why should the privilege of speeding be limited to those with deep pockets?” asks community leader Riedewaan Jacobs. “We need a system where everyone, regardless of their financial status, has the opportunity to break the speed limit with dignity. A more inclusive fine structure would allow everyone to enjoy the thrill of speeding without the fear of financial ruin.”

The proposed sliding scale would see fines adjusted according to income brackets, allowing lower-income drivers to speed legally for a more manageable fee. Meanwhile, wealthier individuals would face higher fines, ensuring that they contribute their fair share to the speeding economy.

The idea has gained traction among local residents who feel that the current system unfairly targets those already struggling to make ends meet. “If they’re going to make speeding a luxury, at least make it affordable for everyone,” adds Jacobs. “Right now, it’s just another way for the rich to get richer while the rest of us get left behind.”

As discussions continue, the hope is that the government will consider these calls for reform and create a more inclusive system that allows everyone to experience the thrill of speeding, regardless of their financial situation. Until then, Cape Flats residents will continue to voice their frustrations and dream of a day when the price of breaking the law is within everyone’s reach.

In the meantime, it seems that speeding will remain a privilege of the wealthy—or at least those who can afford to pay the ever-increasing fines.