The Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) has commenced with investigations into a major crash that occurred at approximately 01H00 this morning at the N12 and R42 intersection towards Delmas (Mpumalanga) claiming ten lives and leaving twenty-four people seriously injured. The crash occurred when a mini truck collided in a side […]
A 40-year-old suspect was arrested at Lebombo Border Port of entry on Friday, 21 June 2024, driving a white Volkswagen bus trying to cross the border. The vehicle was stopped and searched. During the search, counterfeit goods (sneakers, clothes and cosmetics) with an estimated street value of R 800 000-00, […]
The trucking industry forms the backbone of South Africa’s economy, ensuring the seamless movement of goods across the country. To honour the exceptional individuals who drive this critical sector, IVECO, in partnership with the Road Freight Association (RFA), proudly announces the return of the #ThankYouTrucker campaign. Now in its fourth […]
The Fleet Safety Awards 2024 have officially kicked off, and entries are steadily pouring in as organizations and individuals take advantage of the upgraded and simplified platform. However, MasterDrive is sweetening the deal further by offering incredible prizes to those who seize the opportunity and submit their entries before 17 […]
Futuroad Expo, Africa’s premier trade fair for the truck, bus and commercial vehicle sector, is gearing up for its upcoming event taking place from 19 to 21 November 2024 at Nasrec Expo Centre, Johannesburg. Organisers are expecting an increase in visitors from across Sub-Saharan Africa, building on the attendance seen […]
Supply Chain professionals from across the continent lauded the announcement this week by the Southern Africa Association of Freight Forwarders (SAAFF) of the launch of the SAAFF SMME Desk. “This timely initiative by SAAFF is pivotal at this juncture, where capacity building, facilitated through technology, easy access to information and […]
The recently released World Bank (WB) Container Port Performance Index (CPPI) report is damning – harming the reputation of our container terminals. At the outset, it is important to mention that the WB reports on a 2023 period, which does not take into account corrective action taken since then, nor […]
Truck Driver’s Coal Scam Exposed: Swapped Eskom Coal for Stones, Arrested at Arnot Power Station The driver’s confession to selling the coal for R6000 and swapping them with stones led to his immediate arrest by members of Middelburg Hawks Unit. #Eskom #MediaStatement Suspected coal thief arrested at Arnot Power Station […]
The Johannesburg Development Agency’s (JDA) implementation of the Rea Vaya Phase 1C along Louis Botha Avenue to Sandton is progressing well, with much of the work already being completed. The trunk route will comprise 13 low-flow stations, five interchanges, improved bridges, cycle routes, and pedestrian walkways. The introduction of Rea […]
Engen recently handed over the keys to a new truck to Resegofetse Business Solutions (RBS) that will enhance the 100% Black women-owned enterprise’s service capability along the Bafokeng mining belt. RBS, who are based in Phokeng in the North West province, supply consumables, cleaning services, and lubricants to mines in […]
