By Akani Nkuna
Cabinet has approved extending the validity of driving licence cards for motorcycles and light vehicles from five to 10 years, although the change will take effect only after the necessary legal amendments have been made.
Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni said the longer validity period would apply to codes A, A1, B and EB. The change was intended to align South Africa with international practice, improve administrative efficiency and ease pressure on the licensing system, she said.
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“The 10-year renewal period will apply only to light motor vehicles. Heavy commercial and public transport vehicles will remain subject to existing two or five-year renewal cycles, while professional drivers permits will also remain on the two-year renewal cycle.”
Ntshavheni was briefing the media in Pretoria on Thursday following a Cabinet meeting held on Wednesday.
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