Condemn drunk driving beyond gender stereotypes

THE story carried by the Sunday Tribune in last week’s edition about Transport MEC Siboniso Duma’s concern over the growing number of women being arrested for drunk driving left me with mixed feelings.

- | ZAMANTUNGWA KHUMALO KwaDukuza

Driving under the influence is a serious offence that has claimed too many innocent lives. Alcohol continues to destroy families and communities, especially among those who can’t consume it in moderation.

Still, I couldn’t help but wonder if the MEC was suggesting that only men should be the ones drinking. Even in Biblical times, women drank wine as part of dining and celebration.