The Ctrack Africa Transport and Freight Index (CTFI) reached a record high in November 2021 but moderated somewhat in December and increased just marginally in January 2022. The CTFI advanced by just more than one point in January 2022 to an index level of 109 compared to 107.6 in December. […]
Month: February 2022
Increase in excise tax welcomed but more needs to be done to change tax system to truly promote health
In 2022, once again, the excise tax component of the annual Budget Speech has left the Southern African Alcohol Policy Alliance in SA (SAAPA SA) with mixed feelings. On the positive side, government didn’t give in to pressure from the alcohol industry which was calling for a zero increase or […]
Truck seized in clampdown on illegal mining
The multi-disciplinary forces of O Kae Molao together with private security companies have raided an illegal mining area in Benoni. During the enforcement activities, they discovered a truckload of phendukas, alcohol and illegal weapons. #OkaeMolao Truck seized in clampdown on illegal mining https://t.co/EN5duDX9O9 #ArriveAlive @GCommsafety pic.twitter.com/9M7HRICxjX — Arrive Alive (@_ArriveAlive) […]
Vehicle crashed into fence after a tyre blowout
Two people were injured after the bakkie they were traveling in crashed into a concrete fence in Phoenix – KZN this afternoon (Tuesday). Members of Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA) were on patrol in the area at approximately 15:52 when they drove onto the scene. It was established that left […]
For which offences may a PrDP not be issued for 5 years after the date of conviction?
A person who has been convicted of the offences highlighted below may not be issued with a PrDP for 5 years after the date of conviction. Reg 117. Disqualification from obtaining professional driving permit A professional driving permit shall not be issued by a driving licence testing centre— (a) unless the […]
Launch of Iron Women Cape Town – Celebrating the Strength of Women
Event Name: Launch of Iron Women Cape Town – Celebrating the Strength of Women Date and Time: Thursday 24 February, 09h00 to 13h00 Venue: The CT Ostrich Farm: Van Schoorsdrif Road, Philadelphia, Cape Town Contact Information: Catherine Larkin │083 300 0331│ [email protected] Register at: https://indd.adobe.com/view/786f7c88-6f42-4c0a-9632-9305d60ff458 Speakers: Dept. Minister Lydia Chikunga: […]
Truck overturns, leaving two injured in Wolkberg, Limpopo
This afternoon, two men were injured when their truck overturned on an unnamed road in Wolkberg, Limpopo. ER24 arrived at 18h20 to find a large truck lying on its side in the road. A Provincial Ambulance was already on scene assessing two men. Medics assessed the men and found that […]
Four injured on Zuurfontein Road in Kempton Park.
Gau-Med Emergency Services together with Alpha Security & Alarms – Pty Ltd attended the scene of a serious motor vehicle accident onZuurfontein Rd in Kempton Park. Four patients sustained injuries ranging from moderate to serious when two vehicles collided on Zuurfontein Rd. The patients were stabilised on scene and transported […]
Fortunate escape from injury in a road crash in Boksburg
Paramedics from Emer-G-Med responded to a report of a serious MVC on North Rand Rd cnr Goodman Drive. On arrival found a vehicle that collided with a flatbed recovering a vehicle from a previous incident and the vehicle caught alight Fortunately no injuries were found on scene Emer-G-Med
Truck Crashes Into Lamborghini: R102 Phoenix – KZN
A white Lamborghini Gallardo was extensively damaged after a truck collided with it on the southbound lane of the R102 in the vicinity of Phoenix, KZN this morning (Saturday). Members of Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA) were called out to the scene by passing motorists at approximately 11:08. On arrival, […]










