MEC Thulasizwe Thomo joined the Minister of Transport,Ms. Barbara Creecy, for the official launch of the National Truck Stop Framework (NTSF) at the N17 Truck Stop. The NTSF outlines a roadmap for the planning, classification, investment, development and standardisation of truck stops across South Africa. The launch at the N17 […]
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Why understanding trade agreements could be the difference between absorbing a cost and uncovering an opportunity
– The order is signed. The goods are manufactured. The customer is waiting. Then comes the question that can change the entire calculation: “What will the tariff be?” For a business trading across borders, a tariff can feel like an unavoidable part of doing business – another number to add […]
Multiple Injured In Truck Collision: Tongaat – KZN
Multiple people were injured in a collision at the corner of Gopalall Hurbans Road and Watson Highway in Tongaat, KwaZulu-Natal, today (Thursday, 17/09/2026). The Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA) Operations Centre received a call for assistance at approximately 09:59. On arrival, it was established that a Volvo horse and trailer […]
Collision on the N1 south involving two trucks, Bloemfontein
ACCIDENT on the N1 south involving two trucks. One lane will be obstructed for a while; please take this into consideration when traveling. On scene VR Medical, traffic, ER 24, and Afriforum
Fourteen Injured In Head-On Collision: New House – KZN
Fourteen (14) passengers were injured in a head-on collision on Oakford Road in New House, KwaZulu-Natal, today (Thursday, 17/09/2026). Reaction Officers were dispatched to the scene at approximately 06:46 after the Operations Centre received a call for assistance. On arrival, it was established that a white Toyota Quantum and a […]
Truck making a U-Turn blocks traffic at the Goukou Bridge on the N2
Truck blocks N2 at Goukou Bridge RIVERSDALE NEWS – Traffic on the N2 at the Goukou Bridge is currently obstructed in both directions after a truck became stuck on the road. According to preliminary information, the driver may have attempted a U-turn on the N2 when the truck became stuck […]
Transport Minister Barbara Creecy to officially launch the National Truck Stop Framework on the N17
Minister of Transport, Barbara Creecy will tomorrow be on the N17 to officially launch the National Truck Stop Framework The purpose of the launch is to create a consistent, nationwide standard for assessing, developing, and supporting truck stops across South Africa’s freight corridors South African Government
Empire Protection Service mourns the tragic passing of a tow truck operator
It is with deep sadness that Empire Protection Service mourns the tragic passing of a tow truck operator who was well known to members of our team and who worked alongside us at numerous accident and emergency scenes. The operator tragically lost his life following a serious single-vehicle accident on […]
Mpumalanga government strengthens efforts to address scholar transport challenges
The Mpumalanga Department of Public Works, Roads and Transport together with the Department of Education, convened a high-level joint meeting on Sunday, to take stock of developments following the introduction of the new Scholar Transport contract which came into effect on 1 September 2026. The meeting was directed by MEC […]
Truck off the road, Stockville towards Marianhill testing grounds
A truck went off the road, Stockville towards Marianhill testing grounds, just past Mahogany Road, Westmead No injuries.










