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Licence operations to resume on 1 June

Licence validity to be extended Update on notification issued on 30 March 2020 by The Automobile Association The Minister of Transport, Mr Fikile Mbalula, yesterday (Wednesday, 20 May) announced that all Driving Licence Testing Centres, registering authorities, vehicle testing stations and driving schools, will resume their services on 1 June. This is in line with national guidelines to move...

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Reasons to get AA Armed Response today

Reasons to get AA Armed Response today

Safety is top-of-mind for many South Africans. According to the SAPS Crime Statistics Report, housebreakings and armed invasions increased by 0.8% between April 2018 and March 2019. How can you protect yourself and your loved ones? One way is to scale up your home security. You could also keep safe while out and about by subscribing to the AA’s affordable personal security...

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Make Easter a feast of family fun at home

Make Easter a feast of family fun at home

The Easter long weekend is here! While South Africans are not allowed to travel for the long weekend, you can still keep your family smiling while you’re safe at home. We may not be allowed out in public spaces, but it is a great time to spend time with your family - whether it is in the kitchen cooking up a storm, playing games or just snuggling up on the couch. We have put together some...

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Need to renew your licence during lockdown?

We have received several queries about driver licence and vehicle licence renewals during the lockdown. The Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) has issued the following notice: 1. The Online Booking System has been suspended for:     - Application for a Learner’s Licence Test     - Application for a Driving Licence Test     - Booking...

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How to keep everyone entertained during the lockdown

How to keep everyone entertained during the lockdown

South Africa is currently in a 21-day lockdown due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. We may feel overwhelmed, scared or uncertain about what lies ahead. We are also adjusting to new working from home (if we can), as well as keeping our kids safe and entertained while having to stay contained.  While we’re all staying at home, working towards flattening the curve of the outbreak to...

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Stay safe and healthy amidst the coronavirus outbreak

Stay safe and healthy amidst the coronavirus outbreak

The novel coronavirus 2019-nCoV (Wuhan Coronavirus) has dominated the news in 2020. With the first reported case in South Africa, we want you to look after yourself and your loved ones to prevent the spread of this virus.   “There is no need to panic. AA Travel wants to inform the public of the virus, and of measures to be taken particularly for foreign travellers,” says AA Travel. More...

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How to get your driving licence in South Africa

How to get your driving licence in South Africa

Getting a driving licence in South Africa may feel a bit daunting, especially if you’re getting yours for the first time. We have put together all the information you need to help you get your driving licence. First things first. Your learner’s licence. To get your learner’s licence, you need to prove that you have the basic knowledge required to operate a vehicle and follow the rules of the...

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5 Tips to stay safe while you are home

  While we may not like living behind burglar bars and two-metre high walls, preventing crime is a stark reality that South Africans face. According to the South African Police Service’s (SAPS) Crime Statistics Report, housebreakings and armed invasions increased by 0.8% between April 2018 and March 2019. We all need to take home safety and security seriously. Here are some safety tips...

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How to stay safe while you’re out and about

While we want to wind down, relax and go on holiday, as South Africans we need to be aware of how to stay safe. Whether you’re visiting a mall, going to the beach, or just being out and about in the summer weather, we have compiled some tips to help you stay safe. At the mall: While a day of shopping may seem like a relaxing outing, and a mall may be relatively secure, you still need to ensure...

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How to stay safe on South Africa’s roads

Did you know that South Africa has the tenth largest network of roads in the world? To put it in context, if you had to drive every road in the country, you would be adding 746,978km to your odometer, according to South African National Roads Agency Limited (Sanral). With so much road available, and with so many cars on the road, it’s important to keep safety in mind when you’re travelling....

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AA Responds to Fuel Levy Increase: Calls for Transparency and Structural Reform

The Automobile Association (AA) notes the announcement by the Minister of Finance to increase the General Fuel Levy (GFL) by 16 cents per litre for petrol and 15 cents per litre for diesel, effective 4 June 2025. The Minister described this adjustment—the first in three years—as the sole new tax proposal for the 2025/26 fiscal year, citing inflationary pressures as the reason for the hike. While acknowledging the government’s fiscal constraints, the AA warns that this increase will have...

LOSS OF R313 MILLION TRANSPORT GRANT A BLOW TO ROAD USERS, LOW-INCOME COMMUTERS, AND PUBLIC CONFIDENCE – AA

The Automobile Association (AA) is concerned about the City of Johannesburg's forfeiture of a R313 million public transport grant due to ongoing operational failures within the Rea Vaya Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system. This is a significant setback for the city's transport infrastructure and highlights the deepening structural and governance challenges in managing Johannesburg's public transport systems. Originally earmarked to support and expand the Rea Vaya network, the lost funding carries...

Collaborative Action Turns the Tide on Road Fatalities

Easter 2025 Road Safety Gains Welcomed - AA The Automobile Association (AA) welcomes the significant reduction in vehicle collisions and fatalities recorded over the Easter 2025 period. These positive outcomes underscore the effectiveness of early planning, consistent law enforcement, and strong partnerships in saving lives on South African roads. According to official statistics, road crashes decreased by 32.5% while fatalities declined by 45.6% compared to Easter 2024 – making the lowest...