FOCUS on Transport and Logistics

This is the road between Ngundu and Masvingo in Zimbabwe. (Actually, we're not sure you can call it a road.) Transport operators are PAYING to use this so-called road! The fee is no small change either. The charge is $100 from Beitbridge to Chirundu. Not surprisingly, breakdowns are a dime a dozen. What do you think about charging transport operators to use "roads" like this?

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When chivalry meets reality: Would he give up his seat on the bus for a lady, a pregnant woman, or an old lady? Nope. Find out why not!

LEBOMBO BORDER POST CLOSED BECAUSE OF VIOLENCE AND UNREST IN MOZAMBIQUE * Avoid the border area at all cost! * Situation currently extremely dangerous! The Commissioner of the Border Management Authority (BMA), Dr Michael Masiapato has received reports of vehicles being torched on the Mozambican side of the Lebombo Port of Entry. Due to these security incidents and in the interest of public safety, the port has been temporarily closed until further notice. This decision was made to ensure the safety of all cross-border transporters, travellers, traders and officials operating at the port. The BMA is coordinating closely with Mozambican authorities and South African law enforcement agencies to monitor the situation and work towards reopening the port as soon as it is safe to do so. “We advise all stakeholders to suspend travel through Lebombo Port until further notice. Alterative routes to Mozambique must be used where feasible, at the moment until the situation has stabilised,” Commissioner Dr Masiapato said. “All South African officials are on the ground providing assistance with seven officials from the Mozambican side having requested refuge on the South African side for safety and protection. The BMA and its counterparts are working urgently to address the situation, and we are appreciating the cooperation we are receiving at the moment”, he added. The BMA and SARS will continue to provide real-time updates through official channels and notify stakeholders as soon as the port is deemed safe for reopening.

While at the IAA Transportation, we took the Windrose for a spin. This zero-emission, full electric, long-haul truck features a central driver's seat, lots of screens for information and a design remarkably similar to the Tesla Semi (which isn't an entirely bad thing). The truck has a 729kWh battery, a range of 670km and 1,400hp peak output power. And it's a blast to drive!

A reader has just sent us this video from the Baobab tollgate. PLEASE TAKE CARE!

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IVECO and the RFA have once again launched the search for South Africa’s top driver, giving you a chance to celebrate their outstanding work! Tell us their story and you could WIN R10 000 for your keen eye. Visit https://buff.ly/3aZvsJW to submit your nomination and let your outstanding driver know they’re valued. Nominations close 15 August 2024.

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We have just received this footage from a FOCUS reader. Apparently, the train has to stop because only one lane is being used. This theft in broad daylight is shocking!

We've just received this somewhat entertaining video from the Martin's Drift border post. The drivers certainly aren't being entertained though...check out that queue! Poor guys. #NotAFabFriday

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This is the aftermath of the collision on the R34 between Vryheid and Ulundi yesterday. Our thoughts go out to the families of the drivers involved. May the drivers RIP.