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The Road Accident Fund (RAF) faces a perfect storm in September 2026 with a critical 30 September claims resubmission deadline, a surge of 160000 new claims following an SCA ruling, R21.7 billion in unpaid finalised claims, and a funding model overhaul underway.

The Road Accident Fund (RAF) is under the spotlight in September 2026. From a critical 30 September claims deadline and a surge of 160,000 new claims following an SCA ruling, to R21.7 billion in unpaid claims and a funding model review – here is everything you need to know about the latest RAF news in South Africa.

The Road Accident Fund (RAF) faces unprecedented pressure in 2026 – from a landmark SCA ruling triggering 160,000 new claims to R21.7 billion in unpaid claims and a funding model review. Here is everything South Africans need to know.

The Road Accident Fund faces a perfect storm in September 2026: a Supreme Court ruling has triggered nearly 160,000 new claims, R21.7 billion in finalised claims remain unpaid, and a major funding model review is underway.

The Road Accident Fund (RAF) is under the spotlight in September 2026 — from a landmark SCA ruling triggering 160,000 new claims, to R21 billion in unpaid claims, R28.5 million paid to suspended employees, and a proposed new vehicle licence tax. Get the full update here.