According to Transport Minister Barbara Creecy, this proposal is being considered because the current RAF funding model relies heavily on the fuel levy. With the growing number of electric and hybrid vehicles on our roads which use little to no fuel there is a concern that these drivers contribute less toward the fund. This review will continue throughout the 2026/27 financial year before any legislative processes officially begin.
The proposal has already sparked massive public debate.
Supporters argue that everyone using South Africa's roads should contribute fairly to the RAF, regardless of whether they drive a petrol, diesel, hybrid, or electric vehicle.
Critics argue that this proposal would amount to double taxation for owners of petrol and diesel vehicles, who already contribute heavily to the RAF every time they fill up at the pumps. They insist that the government’s focus should be on improving governance, reducing waste, and rooting out corruption within the RAF before introducing any new charges to the public.
The Key Issue
South African motorists are already heavily burdened. You are currently paying for:
- The General Fuel Levy
- The RAF Fuel Levy
- Annual vehicle licence renewal fees
- Vehicle registration fees
- Toll fees (in certain provinces)
The Big Question: Should another mandatory charge be introduced? Or should the government first demonstrate that existing funds are being managed efficiently before asking hard-working motorists to contribute more?
DearSA invites you to have your say.
What DearSA Will Do
We drive participation and change through public comments.
Dear South Africa will compile all your responses into a formal public participation report. This comprehensive document will be submitted directly to the Office of the Minister of Transport, Barbara Creecy, alongside the relevant officials responsible for reviewing the future funding model of the Road Accident Fund.
Your participation will help ensure that the voices of everyday South African motorists are considered before any legislative or policy changes are bulldozed through.
Why Your Participation Matters
The Road Accident Fund affects every single South African road user. Any changes to how it is funded could directly impact millions of motorists through increased annual vehicle ownership costs. Public participation is your constitutional right and provides a crucial opportunity for citizens to express their views before major policy decisions become law.
Don't wait until the bill is passed. Have your say today.
