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Driving licence crisis: DoT aims for interim solution amid machine failures
The Department of Transport is urgently seeking an interim solution to the ongoing driving licence crisis, as over 700,000 cards remain unprinted due to frequent machine breakdowns.
KZN’s call for stricter penalties against drunk driving sparks debate
KwaZulu-Natal MEC Siboniso Duma proposes a six-year prison sentence for drunk driving, sparking a debate on road safety and the effectiveness of harsher penalties.
KZN sees dramatic reduction in Easter weekend road fatalities
Discover how the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Transport's coordinated safety efforts which led to a remarkable drop in road fatalities over the Easter weekend.
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.
KZN ramps up road safety for Easter weekend with 950 officers deployed
With traffic volumes set to exceed 1,500 vehicles per hour this Easter weekend, KZN launches a robust road safety operation, deploying over 950 officers to ensure the safety of all road users.
Minister Barbara Creecy launches initiative to boost private sector involvement in rail and port logistics
Transport Minister Barbara Creecy is calling on private sector expertise to rescue South Africa's struggling rail and port infrastructure, launching a formal process to attract investment and skills while maintaining state ownership of strategic assets.
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.
Severe weather expected in parts of Limpopo and KwaZulu-Natal
Severe thunderstorms and heavy rainfall are fore-casted across South Africa, leading to localised flooding and infrastructure damage. Disaster management teams are responding to recent incidents in northern KwaZulu-Natal.
Two suspects appear in court over Putco bus arson incident
Two suspects linked to the arson of 50 Putco buses appeared in court, with the case postponed for legal representation, as investigations continue into the costly attack.
Two suspects appear in court over Putco bus arson incident
Two suspects linked to the arson of 50 Putco buses appeared in court, with the case postponed for legal representation, as investigations continue into the costly attack.
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.
Eldorado Park e-hailing driver shoots teenager during attempted hijacking
Another incident involving an e-hailing driver and a group of teenagers has cast the spotlight on the safety of e-hailing drivers after a driver shot and killed one of three young boys who attempted to hijack him on Wednesday night.
E-hailing drivers protest against vehicle impoundments in Gauteng
E-hailing drivers in Gauteng protest against the Tshwane metro police’s vehicle impoundment practices, citing corruption and delays in permit issuance. They demand government intervention to resolve their grievances.
Water Summit in uThukela District addresses water supply challenges
The uThukela District water summit highlights the urgent need for financial contributions to maintain clean water supply, addressing severe shortages and infrastructure challenges
Bolt and Uber drivers protest against vehicle impoundments in Gauteng
E-hailing drivers in Gauteng protest against the Tshwane metro police’s vehicle impoundment practices, citing corruption and delays in permit issuance. They demand government intervention to resolve their grievances.
Transport Minister highlights alarming pedestrian fatalities
The Motor Industry Staff Association urges greater awareness of pedestrian safety following alarming statistics from the festive season, highlighting the need for law enforcement and responsible pedestrian behaviour.
Building resilience: MEC Duma inspects flood damage and infrastructure upgrades in KZN
MEC Siboniso Duma inspects flood damage across KZN, highlighting infrastructure improvements and the need for resilience against extreme weather.
Festive season road deaths hit a new high in 2024/25
“The number of fatalities represents a year-on-year increase of 5. 3% (70) compared to the 2023/24 festive season, with a 4. 2% (50) increase in the number of crashes. This is most regrettable, more so because it reverses the incremental strides made in recent years,” said Transport Minister Barbara Creecy Creecy said.
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.
Road safety crisis: Minister Creecy calls for change after alarming festive season stats
Minister Creecy reveals alarming festive season road safety statistics, urging South Africans to change their behaviour to reduce fatalities.
Critical bridge damage prompts emergency engineering evaluation
KwaZulu-Natal Department of Transport and Human Settlements MEC Siboniso Duma addresses the impact of persistent rainfall on KwaZulu-Natal’s infrastructure, with engineers inspecting critical bridges and roads.
KZN Department of Transport inspects scholar transport: 47 vehicles fail safety checks
KZN Department of Transport conducts inspections on scholar transport, resulting in 47 vehicles being declared unroadworthy, impacting the safety of pupils across the province.
City calls for compliance among scholar transport operators
The Western Cape Department of Mobility said it was once again offering free vehicle safety inspections for all scholar transport operators in Cape Town on Tuesday at the Gene Louw Traffic Training College in Brackenfell.
KZN Transport MEC Duma urged to tackle the ‘cool drink’ issue at motor licensing centres
The KZN Ubumbano Driving School Operators Association urges Duma to combat bribery in driver's licence tests, highlighting the need for collaboration to ensure integrity in the licensing process.