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Road Accident Fund Major Breakthrough: R20 Billion Claims Clearance Initiative Underway in 2025

The Road Accident Fund (RAF) in South Africa has launched a R20 billion claims clearance initiative, disbursing R3.3 billion in two weeks and planning monthly payments exceeding R4 billion throughout 2025. Recent developments include the dissolution of the previous board, appointment of an interim board, enhanced transparency measures, and ongoing reforms such as the Road Accident Benefit Scheme Bill. These changes aim to resolve the claims backlog, improve governance, and ensure timely compensation for road accident victims.

Sep 24, 2025 Media
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Road Accident Fund Crisis 2025: R19 Billion Claims Backlog as New Leadership Promises Reform

South Africa’s Road Accident Fund faces a historic crisis in September 2025, with a R19 billion claims backlog, board dissolution, and a High Court ruling forcing faster payments. New interim leadership and a parliamentary inquiry aim to address deep-rooted governance and financial issues. Read our in-depth analysis of the RAF’s challenges, reforms, and what lies ahead for claimants and service providers.

Sep 20, 2025 Media

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