Approach ready to stop
Look right, left and right again. Do not enter until there is a safe gap and enough space not to block the road.
Zambian Highway Code · Rule 216Study topic 6
Junctions & roundabouts
Prepare for junctions in good time, choose the correct lane and know who to give way to.
By the end, you should be able to
- Apply right–left–right observation
- Use the correct roundabout lane and signal
- Protect pedestrians while turning
STOP and GIVE WAY differ
A STOP sign requires a complete stop before proceeding when clear. At GIVE WAY, slow and be ready to stop for traffic on the major road; if in doubt, let it pass.
Zambian Highway Code · Rules 217–218Three- and four-way STOP junctions
Use the first-arrive, first-proceed principle. Arrival order does not remove the need to check that moving is safe.
Zambian Highway Code · Rule 215(a)Protect people during turns
Give way to pedestrians who have started crossing the road you are entering. Check for cyclists and motorcycles before turning, and allow long vehicles the room they need.
Zambian Highway Code · Rules 215 and 225Roundabout priority
Choose your exit and lane early, reduce speed and normally give way to traffic on your right. Watch traffic already on the roundabout and follow its signs and road markings.
Zambian Highway Code · Rules 228–229First exit
Normally signal left and approach in the left lane. Keep left on the roundabout and continue signalling left as you leave. Follow any different lane instructions shown by signs or markings.
Zambian Highway Code · Rules 229–230Intermediate exits
Choose the appropriate lane on approach and keep it until you need to change course to leave. Signal left after passing the exit before the one you want, checking before any lane change.
Zambian Highway Code · Rules 228–231Last exit or full circle
Normally approach in the right lane signalling right. Keep right until you need to change lanes to leave, then signal left after passing the exit before yours. Use the appropriate lane where the entrance has more than three lanes or signs and markings direct you.
Zambian Highway Code · Rules 229 and 232Topic check
Answer 7 questions on junctions
Every answer includes an explanation and a Highway Code rule reference.
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