After years of criticism over South Africa's driving licence renewal system, Cabinet has finally approved extending the validity period of driving licences for light motor vehicles and motorcycles from five years to 10 years.

The National Briefing · Jul 31, 2026 · 3m

After years of criticism over South Africa's driving licence renewal system, Cabinet has finally approved extending the validity period of driving licences for light motor vehicles and motorcycles from five years to 10 years. While the change still requires legislative amendments before it comes into effect, government says it will reduce administrative burdens, ease pressure on licensing centres and align South Africa with international best practice

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