Tag: politics
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Truck Driver Code 14 Licence Requirements in South Africa
“Code 14” is the older name for the EC driving licence code, which covers extra-heavy articulated vehicles and heavy combinations with trailers. To drive a truck professionally on a Code 14 licence in South Africa you also need a valid Professional Driving Permit (PrDP) for goods, and to have passed the practical tests for heavy…
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Copper Ore Transport in South Africa: Logistics Overview
Copper ore and copper concentrate in South Africa are moved by road mainly in tipper trucks, side tippers and covered or sealed vehicles, depending on whether the product is raw ore, crushed ore or concentrate. Costs and risks are driven by distance, load control, weighing and sampling, security, and site compliance at mines and processing…
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Tanker Truck Hire South Africa: Liquid Bulk Transport Explained
Tanker truck hire covers vehicles built to move liquids and other bulk fluids by road, such as fuel, water, chemicals, edible oils, milk, wine and bitumen. In South Africa, the hire price depends on the tanker type, capacity, distance, the product and whether a driver is included. If the product is a dangerous good, strict…
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Cross Border Transport Requirements South Africa: Permits, Documents & Compliance
Moving freight across South African borders involves more than loading a truck and pointing it north. Operators who arrive at a border post without the correct permits, customs declarations, or vehicle documentation face delays, fines, or cargo detention — all of which carry significant cost. This guide covers what you need, why you need it,…
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South Africa’s VAT Increase From 15% to 15.5% has Been Withdrawn
South Africa’s government has withdrawn its planned increase of the value-added tax (VAT) from 15% to 15.5%, which was scheduled to take effect on May 1, 2025. The reversal follows intense political opposition and public concern over the potential economic impact. The Proposed VAT Increase Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana had announced a two-phase VAT hike…
