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Foreign nationals claim R23 billion from South Africa's Road Accident Fund

Published

7 September 2026

Topic

regulatory

Geography

South Africa

Source

Read at topauto.co.za

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Fusion42 · 7 September 2026 · Fusion42 review

South Africa's Road Accident Fund (RAF) received over R23 billion in claims from foreign nationals in the past five years and paid out more than R6 billion. The government is appealing a court ruling that allows undocumented foreign nationals to claim compensation from the RAF, aiming to avoid related payments.

◆ The Wire takeaway

You face fresh legal uncertainty around claims from undocumented foreign nationals at the South African Road Accident Fund. The pending appeal opens a narrow but critical window to adjust your risk models and client strategies in personal injury claims.

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1 source · 7 Sep 2026

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