The ban on motorcyclists is contained in a press statement issued yesterday by the Director of Traffic in Yei River County, Andrew Kenyi, Spirit FM reported.
Mr. Kenyi said boda-boda operators are with immediate effect forbidden from carrying expecting mothers.
He also advised pregnant women not to ask to be transported by motorcycles.
Mr. Kenyi cautioned the riders against carrying elderly people and under-aged children without proper care.
He noted that culprits who will violate the directives would face the court of law.