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Department of Transport confirms ongoing maintenance of driver's licence printing machine
The Department of Transport has confirmed that the machine responsible for printing driver's licences is still undergoing maintenance.
Cape Town's licence card production halted: Over 60,000 applications pending
Despite processing nearly 60,000 licence and permit applications this year, Cape Town's testing centres have not delivered a single driving licence card due to ongoing machine failures.
Cape Town's driving licence crisis: 60,000 applications, no cards issued
Cape Town's Driving Licence Testing Centres have yet to issue a single card due to machine failures.
Democratic Alliance urges Gauteng Transport Department to address 40,000 driver permit backlog
The Democratic Alliance is demanding that the Gauteng Department of Transport tackle its alarming backlog of 40,000 unissued driver permits, which is affecting motorists across the province.
DA demands full disclosure of Auditor-General’s Report on driving license tender irregularities
Democratic Alliance demands full disclosure of the Auditor General’s report on the controversial driving license card machines tender, highlighting systemic procurement issues within the Department of Transport.
Expired driving permit does not invalidate hijacking insurance claim
The National Financial Ombud Scheme South Africa ruled that an expired professional driving permit does not affect the validity of an insurance claim following a hijacking incident
Change your number plate or be fined, KZN motorists warned
KZN has implemented a new number plate system to bring it in line with the rest of the country.
South Africa’s festive season road deaths: a call for behaviour change
Transport Minister Barbara Creecy reveals alarming statistics on road fatalities during the 2024/25 festive season, urging a change in driver and pedestrian behaviour to enhance road safety.
SA truck drivers stranded at Lebombo border post amid Mozambique unrest
South African truck drivers stranded at the Lebombo border face uncertainty as Mozambique grapples with unrest. Government intervention seeks to restore order amid escalating tensions.
Five things to expect on the N3 toll route this festive season
Prepare for busy traffic on the N3 toll route this festive season. Discover essential tips for safe travel, payment updates, and what to expect from law enforcement and road services.
Reckless driving on the N3 toll route: statistics reveal a crisis
The N3 Toll Concession reveals alarming statistics on road safety, highlighting a significant rise in crashes due to reckless driving. This article explores the implications and calls for a change in driver behaviour.
Ensure road safety this festive season: tips from the AA
With the festive season approaching, the AA emphasises the importance of vehicle safety and mental preparedness for motorists to ensure safe travels.
How to renew drivers licence quickly without queues in Gauteng? These centres promise unmatched efficiency
For Gauteng motorists, vehicle licensing no longer means long queues and frustrating delays, thanks to the introduction of Gautrain Driver’s Licence Testing Centres (DLTCs).
Hawks and RTMC crackdown on fraudulent vehicle licence disc syndicate in KZN
A recent law enforcement operation in northern KwaZulu-Natal has led to the arrest of four individuals linked to the distribution of fake vehicle licence discs, highlighting ongoing efforts to combat corruption in the region.
Navigating Transport Month: how temporary employment services can solve SA’s logistics challenges
As South Africa’s Transport Month approaches, the logistics sector faces unprecedented challenges. With e-commerce driving demand and skilled driver shortages looming, companies must navigate a complex landscape of regulatory compliance. Discover how Temporary Employment Services could be the key to keeping the wheels of industry turning.
Transport Department pounces on 33 accused of issuing and applying for fraudulent driving licences
Of the 33 accused persons, 23 previously appeared in July, while 10 made their first court appearance.
Over 30 people appear in Richard’s Bay court over the sale of driver’s licenses for R2,500
The transport department in KZN said they were determined to end carnage on the road by cracking down on those who obtain their driver’s licenses fraudulently.
Unlicensed taxi driver sentenced to 10 years for incident that killed nine learners
Sibanyoni was driving a minibus taxi that plummeted into the river, killing nine youngsters aged four to 12.
Smart driving licence rollout, public funding in question as tender probe beckons
Timing for the rollout of South Africa’s new ‘smart’ driving licences hangs in the balance, as the tender process faces scrutiny.
Transport minister asks Auditor-General to probe Idemia’s drivers licence printing tender amid pressure
The Department of Transport is facing numerous questions regarding the R898 million smart driving licence cards tender awarded to Idemia.