KNYSNA NEWS - Knysna bids farewell to Anthony Bans, the dedicated traffic chief who retired after an impressive 30 years of service.

Bans' career in Knysna began on 2 February 1994, when he joined Knysna Municipality as a traffic warden.

Over the years, he made significant contributions to the community and became an integral part of the municipality's operations.

In the same year he joined, Bans pursued and successfully obtained his traffic officer's diploma in Brackenfell. 

In 1997, he was selected to attend the traffic college in Port Elizabeth, where he served as an examiner of driver's licenses.

Upon his return to Knysna, Bans seized another opportunity to undergo additional training in Brackenfell. He returned to Knysna later that year and began working in the driver's licences section. 

It was in this role that Bans believed he made the greatest impact.

Reflecting on his career, Bans shared, "I think I played a pivotal role in my career when it came to assisting the community. 

"Towards the end of 2004, an opportunity arose for me to become the Chief Traffic Officer, and I gladly embraced the position. The highlight of my career has been assisting people. In every interaction, I have been genuinely happy to help."

Bans' dedication to serving the community extends beyond his personal achievements. He aspires to leave a lasting legacy that inspiries his colleagues and peers to follow in his footsteps. 

His vision is one where everyone, regardless of their position, is treated with equality and provided quality service. 

Bans hopes that his colleagues will continue to uphold these values and work diligently to enhance the well-being of Knysna's residents.

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