The TMPD Overloading Control (OCU) unit performed an operation in which 34 vehicles were weighed, 14 were found to be overloaded and penalized accordingly. This operation emphasizes the significance of following load restrictions to avoid accidents, decrease road wear and tear, and maintain the safety of all road users. The […]
As part of commemorating Women’s Month, Mpumalanga Department of Community Safety, Security and Liaison (DCSSL) today led a roadblock on the N4 Toll Road near Karino which was strictly manned by women law enforcent officers from various institutions. South African Police Service (SAPS), South African Revenue Services (SARS), Transport Inspectorate […]
Concerned about the spate of crashes involving heavy vehicles on the roads, the Road Traffic Management Corporation strongly warns truck owners that they can be held liable for the negligent conduct of their drivers. Truck owners are further warned that they could lose the right to operate on national roads […]
The Road Freight Association (RFA) has not yet studied the full order of the Court and the reasoning for its judgement. It is however interesting that the High Court finds the initial Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences (AARTO) Act (Act 46 of 1998) unConstitutional. The Bill (before it became […]
MasterDrive is assisting South African businesses prepare for the planned implementation of the Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences (AARTO) Act in all municipalities in January. A second AARTO for Managers Workshop will be held on 23 November 2021. Fortunately, the implementation of the demerit system is planned to only start in […]
According to the Department of Transport, the AARTO Amendment Act will apply nationwide on 1 July 2021. Implementing this act will see traffic authorities increase their presence on the roads to enforce traffic rules, ensuring safer streets, highways, and country roads. One of the problems facing transport operators and their […]
Due to the latest Level 1 Disaster Management Declaration, we decided to continue with our legislation workshops in May and June 2021. Our workshops in November 2020 were attended by much smaller numbers than normal due to the limited numbers allowed at the time. We have since then received several […]
The Road Freight Association (RFA) is shocked and deeply concerned about the recent suspension of the Road Traffic Infringement Agency’s Chief Executive Officer, Japh Chuwe, amidst allegations of “serious maladministration” by the Auditor-General. This has a severe impact on the implementation of the highly controversial Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic […]
South African road accidents and deaths cost the country in excess of R168 billion according to the Minister of Transport Fikile Mbalula. Road traffic accidents are also the leading cause of death of young people aged between 5 and 29 years. Yet, despite a reduction in fatalities over the 2019 […]
You are invited to register for our Annual Road Traffic and Transport Legislation workshop: Our 21st Annual Road Traffic and Transport Legislation workshop dates and venues are: Stellenbosch – Protea Hotel, Technopark – 10 November 2020 Durban – Garden Court, Marine Parade – 12 November 2020 Pretoria – CSIR, Lynnwood […]
