Maia, Portugal-headquartered Rangel Logistics Solutions, a family-owned international logistics company that entered the South African market in 2020, has reaffirmed its commitment to helping Africa realise the potential of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) agreement through the additional investment of €6 million (R125.6 million) in a warehouse in […]
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City of Joburg EMS engages with PUTCO as part of the Easter Road Safety Campaign
The City of Joburg EMS is at PUTCO today, engaging with bus drivers as part of our Easter Road Safety Campaign. With PUTCO buses expected to be busy this Easter, it’s crucial that drivers are equipped with the right knowledge to keep passengers safe on the roads. Our Spokesperson, Mrs […]
Trucks collide on the R304 and R312. Stellenbosch Farms, Cape Town
R304 and R312. Stellenbosch Farms, Cape Town 2 Trucks involved in an accident, Drivers injured Emergency services were notified. The road is temporarily closed. Suburban ControlCentre
Driver loses control of truck on the Orkney/Viljoenskroon Road near the railway line
Orkney/Viljoenskroon Road near railway line (R76) Truck involved in an accident. The driver lost control after attempting to avoid potholes. Deep potholes have been washed out under the water, making the area extremely dangerous for motorists. Drivers are urged to exercise extreme caution when passing through this section. Suburban Control […]
Temporary reopening of N2 until the arrival of a specialized replacement truck
The N2 is currently open to traffic in both directions. This temporary reopening is in effect until the arrival of a specialized replacement truck from Cape Town, which will be used to extract the hazardous materials from the vehicle. Residents who were evacuated from within a 1km radius of the […]
AGL Terminals Successfully Commences Operations at A-Berth, Duncan Docks, Cape Town
AGL Terminals, part of Africa Global Logistics (AGL), and its partner, BALSA, are proud to announce the successful commencement of operations at A-Berth, Duncan Docks, following the completion of a lease agreement with Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA). This marks a significant milestone in the partnership between AGL and TNPA, […]
Road closure advisory- hazardous material incident on the N2 near Knysna
Knysna Municipality Emergency Services responded to a motor vehicle accident on the N2, at the western exit of Knysna in the vicinity of the Belvidere turn-off, at approximately 04:20 this morning. A truck carrying explosives had been involved in the accident and caught fire. Acting swiftly, Emergency Services managed to […]
Fatal collision between a truck and a taxi in Roodepoort
🚨 Incident Report: Truck vs Taxi Collision 📅 Date: 2 April 2025 📍 Location: Hendrik Potgieter Rd & Handicap Rd, Ruimsig, Roodepoort Earlier today, ECSA crews responded to a serious collision involving a light motor vehicle and a heavy motor vehicle. Upon arrival, our team immediately secured the scene, ensuring […]
Two pedestrians killed in collision with a truck across from the OR Tambo Airport
A fatal of two pedestrian vehicle accident was reported at R21 Northbound opposite OR Tambo. The men were killed by an articulated truck while crossing a busy road, both were declared dead by private ambulance service. Scene was under Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Police Department (EMPD) officers for further investigation. Pedestrians fatalities […]
UMK shifts back to rail only due to a decline in ore demand
United Manganese of Kalahari (UMK) announced today its choice to exclusively use rail transport for manganese exports. Chief Executive Malcolm Curror mentioned that the company is responding to softer market conditions and the current dynamics of supply and demand. Curror has reported that the manganese ore inventories at Chinese ports […]