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In tense meeting with lawmakers, Sanral says it will miss deadline for road maintenance tenders worth R9.5bn
In tense meeting with lawmakers, Sanral says it will miss deadline for road maintenance tenders worth R9.5bn
29th September 2026 By: Terence Creamer

The South African National Roads Agency Limited (Sanral) has confirmed that it will not meet the November 30 target deadline for the award of 241 routine road maintenance (RRM) tenders with an... 


RFA, Safla says Durban Gateway Terminal implementing short- and long-term solutions
11th September 2026 By: Schalk Burger

Industry organisations the South African Freight and Logistics Association (Safla) and the Road Freight Association (RFA) reports that short- and long-term plans to solve the inefficiencies at the... 


naamsa CEO Dr Mncane Mthunzi
Dr Mncane Mthunzi appointed naamsa CEO
7th September 2026 By: Schalk Burger

Industry organisation naamsa | The Automotive Business Council has appointed Dr Mncane Mthunzi CEO, effective from September 7. naamsa says his appointment comes at a defining moment for South... 


Bontebok National Park reopens to the public after May floods
1st September 2026 By: Schalk Burger

The Bontebok National Park, near Swellendam, in the Western Cape, is again open to the public after the road, chalets and camping area were repaired. Severe flooding on the Breede river in the... 


VW’s Kariega plant achieves production record in July
20th August 2026 By: Schalk Burger

Volkswagen Group Africa's (VWGA's) Plant Kariega, in the Eastern Cape, manufactured 17 009 vehicles in July, an improvement on the previous monthly record of 16 670 units set in July 2025. Of this... 


Joburg to conduct public participation process for International Transport Interchange in Sept, Oct
17th August 2026 By: Schalk Burger

The City of Johannesburg (CoJ) completed the tender process to appoint a managing service provider to operate the Johannesburg International Transport Interchange (JITI) on July 30, and will run a... 


An EV charging
EVs to constitute 25% of global fleet by 2040; can rise to 50% – WoodMac
14th August 2026 By: Schalk Burger

Global energy research and consulting firm Wood Mackenzie's (WoodMac’s) base case scenario projects electric vehicles (EVs) jumping from 4% of the global fleet today to 25% by 2040. However, if... 


New technology installed at Dunlop Tyres South Africa's KwaZulu-Natal operation
R1.7bn investment in Dunlop tyre manufacturing facility in KwaZulu-Natal completed
13th August 2026 By: Schalk Burger

Tyre producer Dunlop Tyres South Africa has completed a R1.7-billion investment programme at its uMnambithi (formerly Ladysmith) manufacturing facility, in KwaZulu-Natal. The investment introduced... 


Sanral CEO steps down
31st July 2026 By: Irma Venter

The South African National Roads Agency Limited (Sanral) has confirmed that its CEO, Reginald Demana, has resigned with effect from August 31. Demana will move to a new, not yet known, position in... 


Cars on a road
Creecy, Hlengwa welcome Cabinet's decision to extend driving licence validity to ten years
30th July 2026 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Transport Minister Barbara Creecy and Deputy Minister Mkhuleko Hlengwa have welcomed Cabinet's decision to approve the extension of the validity period of driving licences for Codes A, A1, B and EB... 


A Sanral-managed road
Sanral concedes routine road maintenance procurement process was flawed, changes approach   
28th July 2026 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

The South African National Roads Agency Limited (Sanral) on July 28 held a media briefing to set the record straight on allegations of corruption and to clarify legal issues surrounding the... 


Africa should have infrastructure that connects its countries
Innovatively expanding infrastructure to accommodate diverse value chains likely to boost Africa's economies
17th July 2026 By: Schalk Burger

Uganda, in 2015, worked with the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to build roads in the eastern DRC, which enabled goods manufactured in Uganda to be exported to this region, benefitting Uganda... 


Electric taxis are undergoing trials in South Africa
All African countries can play a role in the automotive value chain, AAAM CEO says
16th July 2026 By: Schalk Burger

There are significant opportunities to develop component manufacturing in Africa to supply vehicle manufacturers, and each country can play a role in the automotive value chain, industry... 


A traffic officer checking a driver's licence
Outa takes government to High Court over Aarto Phase 2 implementation
15th July 2026 By: Rebecca Campbell

The Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse (Outa) has announced that it has initiated an urgent application to the High Court to put the implementation of the Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic... 


Reginald Demana
Sanral CEO steps down
13th July 2026 By: Irma Venter

The South African National Roads Agency Limited (Sanral) has confirmed that its CEO, Reginald Demana, has resigned with effect August 31. Demana will move to a new, not yet known, position in the... 


Gauteng expects to complete R553 Golden Highway rehabilitation in September
2nd July 2026 By: Schalk Burger

Construction works along the R553 (Golden Highway) rehabilitation project are progressing in line with the approved programme timelines, and the Gauteng Department of Roads and Transport is... 


Construction begins on R6bn N3 upgrade at Mariannhill Toll Plaza – Sanral
Construction begins on R6bn N3 upgrade at Mariannhill Toll Plaza – Sanral
26th June 2026 By: Irma Venter

The South African National Roads Agency Limited’s (Sanral’s) R6-billion project to upgrade the N3 highway between Mariannhill Toll Plaza section 1 and Key Ridge section 2 has started. The... 


Zimbabwe Finance, Economic Development and Investment Promotion Minister Mthuli Ncube
Zimbabwe exploring minerals-backed deals with China to fund infrastructure, minister says
25th June 2026 By: Reuters

Zimbabwe is considering using its vast natural resources to fund road and railway construction projects with China, finance minister Mthuli Ncube said on Wednesday. The southern African nation,... 


Researchers highlight road design, maintenance and behaviour as contributors to road incidents
12th June 2026 By: Schalk Burger

The effectiveness of the designs of roads for their actual use, the maintenance of road infrastructure to ensure its effective functioning as road users expect and the behaviour of road users all... 


An image of a bridge on a highway
Bridge projects under way
12th June 2026

The Gauteng Department of Roads and Transport (GDRT) last month announced the implementation of a major rehabilitation programme for culverts and bridges in the City of Tshwane to ensure their... 


An image of construction work being done on a road/bridge
Upgrades to facilitate safe and seamless logistics, commuting
12th June 2026 By: Trent Roebeck

Upgrades on the N2 and N3 highways and interchanges, in KwaZulu-Natal, are progressing, says parastatal organisation South African National Roads Agency Limited (Sanral). The agency notes that the... 


An image of Lintec & Linnhoff's RAP system
Recycling tech aids circular ambitions
12th June 2026

Reclaimed Asphalt Pavement (RAP) – a product of recycled old asphalt roads – is moving from a supplementary option to a core component of modern road construction, as sustainability,... 


Road, bridge projects would mitigate challenges for local commuters
12th June 2026 By: Trent Roebeck

Roads entity Johannesburg Roads Agency (JRA) is taking steps to progress several projects to mitigate challenges for South African road users, with the latest development the appointment of... 


Powerfleet Africa GM for Enterprise Africa and the Middle East Steven Sutherland and CTRLFleet cofounder and expansion and strategy lead for South Africa Renko Bergh speak to Engineering News at the Transport Evolution Africa Forum and Expo in Midrand. Camerawork and editing: Shadwyn Dickinson.
Powerfleet and CTRLFleet highlight role of technology in transport sector
11th June 2026 By: Mariaan Webb

Technology companies Powerfleet and CTRLFleet used the Transport Evolution Africa Forum and Expo in Midrand to highlight the growing role of digital solutions in improving transport and logistics... 


Tontrac System Analytics CEO William Butler speaks to Engineering News at the Transport Evolution Africa Forum and Expo in Midrand about improving visibility across mining supply chains, reducing logistics friction through system integration and the untapped potential of agentic AI to drive efficiency and productivity. Camerawork and editing: Shadwyn Dickonson.
Tontrac highlights integrated logistics and AI solutions at Transport Evolution Africa
11th June 2026 By: Mariaan Webb

Technology company Tontrac System Analytics believes that greater integration between logistics systems and the adoption of agentic artificial intelligence (AI) could unlock significant efficiency... 


Zebra Technologies senior account manager Bianca Dalgarno and FarEye cofounder Gautam Kumar, whose companies are technology partners of Bidvest Mobility, speak to Engineering News at the Transport Evolution Africa Forum and Expo in Midrand about the role of digital solutions in transforming transport and logistics. Camerawork and editing: Shadwyn Dickonson.
Bidvest Mobility partners showcase digital logistics solutions at Transport Evolution Africa
10th June 2026 By: Mariaan Webb

Technology partners of Bidvest Mobility, Zebra Technologies and FarEye, highlighted the growing role of digitalisation, automation and AI in improving transport and logistics efficiency at the... 


Shell Fleet Solutions head of fleet, Ziyanda Xakayi, speaks to Engineering News at the Transport Evolution Africa Forum and Expo in Midrand. Camerawork and Editing: Shadwyn Dickinson.
Driving fleet efficiency with Shell Fleet Solutions
10th June 2026 By: Mariaan Webb

For fleet operators, every kilometre matters. From fuel efficiency and vehicle uptime to driver convenience and operating costs, success depends on having the right partner on the road. Fleet and... 


Shell Lubricant Solutions business development manager Riaan van der Walt
Leading the way forward with Shell
10th June 2026 By: Mariaan Webb

In today’s competitive transport industry, fleet operators face increasing pressure to reduce operating costs, improve efficiency, and minimise vehicle downtime. Achieving these goals requires more... 


NEW ROAD
The new K147 Zwavelpoort road
Balwin to hand over new R100m Mooikloof node road to Tshwane
8th June 2026 By: Schalk Burger

JSE-listed residential property developer Balwin Properties says the new 2 km dual carriageway linking Atterbury road and Garsfontein road, in eastern Tshwane, is open to the public. The road will... 


An e-toll gantry
Govt writes off e-toll debt, but those who paid will not receive refunds
8th June 2026 By: Schalk Burger

The Department of Transport (DoT) welcomes Cabinet's approval of State-owned South African National Roads Agency Limited’s (Sanral’s) plans to close the Gauteng Freeway Improvement Project (GFIP)... 


Sanral responds to allegations of 'R9.5bn tender storm'
Sanral responds to allegations of 'R9.5bn tender storm'
5th June 2026 By: Sabrina Jardim

The South African National Roads Agency Limited (Sanral) has responded to allegations surrounding alleged procurement irregularities and a “R9.5-billion tender storm” at the roads agency. In a... 


Rehabilitation works on the N1
N1 rehabilitation completion date extended to March 2027
2nd June 2026 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Road concessionaire Bakwena Platinum Corridor Concessionaire says steady progress is being made on the rehabilitation of the N1 between the Proefplaas Interchange and the Pumulani Mainline Toll... 


Daimler Truck Southern Africa Limited
Daimler Truck Southern Africa Limited
22nd May 2026

Ahead of the 2026 RFA Convention, Daimler Truck Southern Africa Limited vice president sales and marketing Olaf Petersen discusses the trends reshaping South Africa’s road freight and logistics... 


Industrial Zones Programme chief operations officer Stieneke Jensma
Banks, DFIs urged to back RBIDZ project development
18th May 2026

Industrial Zones Programme chief operations officer Stieneke Jensma discusses the need for development finance institutions and commercials banks to play a role in the development of projects... 


RBIDZ outlines project pipeline at funding pitch
RBIDZ outlines project pipeline at funding pitch
18th May 2026

Richards Bay Industrial Development Zone business development executive manager Simthembile Mapu discusses the RBIDZ’s project pipeline at its Project Funding Pitch held in Johannesburg from May 7... 


Industrial Zones Programme senior technical advisor Mxolisi Matshamba
SEZ support key to South Africa’s reindustrialisation drive
18th May 2026

Industrial Zones Programme senior technical advisor Mxolisi Matshamba discusses the critical role of support for SEZ’s in South Africa’s reindustrialisation programme at the Richards Bay Industrial... 


R1.7bn allocated to MyCiTi service in Cape Town’s draft budget; R1.9bn for road maintenance
R1.7bn allocated to MyCiTi service in Cape Town’s draft budget; R1.9bn for road maintenance
14th May 2026 By: Irma Venter

The City of Cape Town’s Urban Mobility Directorate’s proposed operational budget for the financial year, starting July 1, is more than R4.7-billion, which includes R1.7-billion for operating the... 


Transfer of provincial roads to Sanral ‘not a sustainable long-term strategy’
Transfer of provincial roads to Sanral ‘not a sustainable long-term strategy’
12th May 2026 By: Terence Creamer

The transferral since 2013 of 13 000 km of provincial roads to South African National Roads Agency Limited (Sanral) for management and maintenance “is not a sustainable long-term strategy”. This... 


Joburg reviewing transport best practices, current system to design integrated system
8th May 2026 By: Schalk Burger

The City of Johannesburg's (CoJ's) Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA) is starting with the next phase of the Joburg Comprehensive Integrated Transport Plan (CITP) that will help define what a... 


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