Road Accident Fund News Digest – June 18, 2025

Road Accident Fund News Digest – June 18, 2025

Stay updated with the latest developments regarding the Road Accident Fund (RAF) in South Africa. Here are the top news stories and trends for June 2025:

Leadership Changes and CEO Suspension

The RAF has seen significant leadership turmoil this month. Collins Letsoalo, the CEO, was placed on special leave and formally suspended amid allegations of misconduct (read more). This has sparked claims of political pressure and legal intimidation, raising concerns about governance and accountability within the Fund (source).

Financial and Legal Challenges

Reports from GroundUp highlight that the RAF is wasting millions on chaotic court cases, with legal inefficiencies leading to default judgments and financial losses. In a related development, the RAF has applied for a contempt of court order against SARS, further complicating its legal landscape.

Government Interventions and Legislative Updates

The Ministry of Transport convened a meeting with the RAF Board on June 10, 2025, to address ongoing challenges (read more). Meanwhile, the government is reviving a previously rejected bill aimed at fixing the RAF’s structural and financial issues (source).

Recent Court Cases

Several court cases involving the RAF have made headlines this month, including Louw v Road Accident Fund (June 13, 2025) and Road Accident Fund v Neethling and Another (June 5, 2025). These cases reflect the ongoing legal complexities facing the Fund.

Stay tuned for more updates as the situation develops. For more details, follow the links to the original articles above.