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South Africa’s Road Accident Fund (RAF) continues to dominate headlines in 2026, as the state-mandated insurer grapples with mounting unpaid claims, legal battles, governance concerns, and a growing need for structural reform. Here is a comprehensive roundup of the latest news and developments surrounding the RAF.

South Africa’s Road Accident Fund (RAF) is under intense scrutiny in 2026. From a landmark Supreme Court of Appeal ruling that triggered a flood of 160,000 new claims, to R21.7 billion in unpaid finalised claims and urgent calls for a new funding model – here’s everything you need to know about the RAF’s latest developments.

South Africa’s Road Accident Fund (RAF) faces intense scrutiny in September 2026. From a 54% surge in quarterly payouts to R21.7 billion in unpaid claims, a landmark SCA ruling triggering 160,000 new claims, and bold reform proposals – here is everything you need to know.

The Road Accident Fund reports record Q1 payouts of R8.9 billion (54% increase), SCA ruling on 2008 RAF 1 Form, and R21.76 billion in unpaid finalised claims. Over 310,000 claimants received R79.33 billion between October 2024 and May 2026.

The Road Accident Fund (RAF) paid R8.9 billion in Q1 2026/27 – a 54% increase – yet the payment queue grew to R22.18 billion. With R21.7 billion in finalised unpaid claims, a Supreme Court ruling on the RAF 1 Form, and a funding model review underway, here is everything you need to know about the RAF in August 2026.