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The South African
10-07-2025
- Automotive
- The South African
BIG changes coming to taxpayer-funded NATIS system in 2026
Crazy to think the South African National Traffic Information System (NATIS) is only four years' old. Established in 2021 by the Road Traffic Management Council (RTMC), it started merely as a way to renew vehicle licence discs online. At the time, there were dozens of alternatives to the taxpayer-funded service – banks, the post office and supermakets. However, in a relatively short space of time, NATIS has emerged as the defacto renewal portal online that all others piggyback on. Furthermore, over the half decade, NATIS has steadily expanded to include other services, like driver's licence renewals and learner's licence bookings. Better still, NATIS can now provide you with a certified damage report in case of an insurance claim for a vehicle accident. However, the Deputy Minister of Transport, Mkhuleko Hlengwa, last week revealed ambitious upgrades to NATIS for next year. Specifically, NATIS will expand its service scope by onboarding at least four additional registration clients. What this will do is improve the already-excellent efficiency, reducing queues and wait time further still, reports TopAuto . The growth and acceptance of NATIS over the last four years has largely eradicated private-sector competitors. Image: File One of the RTMC's goals for NATIS is a new Software-Defined Wide Area Network (SD-WAN). Currently, the online portal relies on copper connectivity technology, but the former will improve network speed and security tremendously. Likewise, NATIS will introduce biometric identity verification as a means to eliminate fraudulent activities. And one of the biggest changes will be digitised learner and driver's licence applications. The department wants to continue with Computerised Learner's Licence Testing (CLLT), as well as fully digitised driving licence testing. Hlengwa says the system will modernise the way driver competence is assessed in South Africa. More than two-million online vehicle licence renewals went through NATIS in the last financial year. That's a 54% year-on-year increase. Plus, it handled 78 566 online vehicle registrations and 112 845 online change of ownership transactions. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
The South African
29-05-2025
- Automotive
- The South African
Western Cape launches new digital learner's licence testing system
A digital learner's licence testing system has officially arrived in the Western Cape, with the Beaufort West Driving Licence Testing Centre becoming the first place to launch the province's new Computerised Learner's Licence Testing (CLLT) system. As reported by Cape Town Etc , the CLLT system was launched on Monday, 26 May, and is aimed at cutting long waiting times, reducing corruption and making roads safer. Well, according to reports, the new system swaps out paper-based testing with a reliable touchscreen interface that instantly scores applicants and is linked to the National Traffic Information System (NaTIS). The Computerised Learner's Licence Testing system also uses biometric logins and randomised questions to ensure that every test is tamper-proof. The system also provides on-screen support in multiple languages, including assistance for the hearing-impaired, and a backup power supply that keeps the system online during load shedding. 'This isn't just about easier testing. It's about improving road safety, promoting equality, and empowering people to drive their futures forward.' Western Cape Mobility MEC Isaac Sileku said as per Cape Town Etc . Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X as well as Bluesky for the latest news.
IOL News
29-05-2025
- Automotive
- IOL News
Safer roads ahead: Western Cape introduces digital learner's licence testing system
The Western Cape Government has taken a bold leap toward safer roads and smarter public service delivery with the launch of its new Computerised Learner's Licence Testing (CLLT) system. The system was officially unveiled on May 26, at the Beaufort West Driving Licence Testing Centre. Replacing the traditional manual booklet test, the CLLT system brings a fully digital, touchscreen-based platform designed to modernise the learner's licence process and improve driver competence across the province. Western Cape Mobility Minister Isaac Sileku described the new initiative as both an economic and social enabler. 'If we are to grow our economy and create more jobs, we need to ensure that our residents have the skills that they need to participate in the economy, and a driver's licence is a critical requirement for many jobs,' he said. 'So, we must make getting a driver's licence as easy as possible for all our residents.'
IOL News
28-05-2025
- Automotive
- IOL News
Western Cape unveils digital learner's licence testing system for safer roads
The Western Cape Government has taken a bold leap toward safer roads and smarter public service delivery with the launch of its new Computerised Learner's Licence Testing (CLLT) system. The system was officially unveiled on May 26, at the Beaufort West Driving Licence Testing Centre. Replacing the traditional manual booklet test, the CLLT system brings a fully digital, touchscreen-based platform designed to modernise the learner's licence process and improve driver competence across the province. Western Cape Mobility Minister Isaac Sileku described the new initiative as both an economic and social enabler. 'If we are to grow our economy and create more jobs, we need to ensure that our residents have the skills that they need to participate in the economy, and a driver's licence is a critical requirement for many jobs,' he said. 'So, we must make getting a driver's licence as easy as possible for all our residents.'
