SkyJacks, a trusted leader in access, lifting, and handling solutions, has penned an exclusive distribution agreement with Atlas Lifting and Rigging (ALR) across Southern Africa. The strategic partnership, formalised late last year, enables SkyJacks to distribute an extensive range of ALR chain hoists, lever hoists, and heavy-duty trolleys. These solutions […]
Month: February 2025
Join Us for the 2025 Truck Driver Safety and Wellness Symposium
Date: 8th & 9th May 2025 Venue: Birchwood Hotel and Conference Centre, Johannesburg Truck drivers have long faced significant challenges: rising criminal activity, demanding schedules, substandard road and stop infrastructure, and limited healthy food options. These stresses directly affect drivers’ health, well-being, and safety on the roads. It’s time for […]
Truck ends up on top of a palm tree in Walvis Bay
According to authorities at the scene, a truck allegedly veered off the road near Dias Circle in Walvis Bay, just past the turnoff to the Dunes mall, after the driver suddenly braked to avoid colliding with a car in front of him. The truck ultimately left the road and landed […]
Overturned cement mixer reported on the M4 in Umdloti
Minor injuries were reported after a cement mixer overturned on the M4 between Umdloti and Umhlanga – KZN. Members of Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA) were called out to the scene. On arrival, Reaction discovered a Mercedes Benz cement mixer lying on its side. The driver informed Reaction Officers that […]
Three suspects arrested and endangered plants worth R500 000 recovered near Leliefontein
he swift response by Kamieskroon police led to the arrest of three suspects and the recovery of endangered plants worth approximately R500 000 Police operationalized information regarding a Hyundai truck traveling from Leliefontein in the Namakwa Region in the direction of Kamieskroon. On Monday, 24 February 2025, at approximately 16:30, […]
SAPS Bethelsdorp arrested two suspects and recovered suspected stolen property
SAPS Bethelsdorp apprehended two suspects, confiscated two motor vehicle and recovered 17 pallets of cement after they followed up on information on Saturday 22 February 2025 in Extension 32, Bethelsdorp. It is alleged that on abovementioned date at approximately 12:50, SAPS Bethelsdorp received information of suspects attempting to sell suspected […]
DFSK South Africa Announces Extended Warranty for DFSK KO1S Bakkie and DFSK C35 Panel Van
DFSK South Africa is thrilled to announce an exciting development for all customers who have purchased the DFSK KO1S Bakkie and DFSK C35 Panel Van. Effective immediately, DFSK will be extending its warranty offering to a 50 000km, 2-year warranty for all new customers of the DFSK KO1S Bakkie and […]
1520 bundles of Catha edulis drug found behind the seat of a truck driver
Two suspects have been arrested following an intelligence driven operation by the Vala Umgodi team members. Information about drugs in transit was received. Members swiftly operationalised the information and proceeded to the N1 National Road near Kroonstad. Operators pulled over and searched a horse and trailer from Gauteng on route […]
Seven suspects arrested for possession of suspected stolen property at Lusaka Village in Tzaneen
The members of Tzaneen tracing team and Tzaneen Detectives have apprehended seven suspects, aged between 32 and 47, for possession of suspected stolen property at Lusaka Village, Nkowankowa in Mopani district on Friday, 21 February 2025. The arrest follows a burglary business that occurred at Deerpark D3 Agricultural side in […]
UMhlathuze acquired fourth new waste removal truck
The Fleet has successfully secured additional funding to facilitate the acquisition of a fourth new waste removal truck, valued at R3.483m. Following completion of the necessary internal approval procedures and assuming all goes according to plan, delivery of the truck is anticipated towards the end of March.










