The Road Accident Fund (RAF) has announced a R20 billion initiative to fast-track the settlement of claims, aiming to tackle a backlog that has frustrated victims of road accidents nationwide. Many claimants in the Western Cape have waited years for payouts, leaving families financially burdened.
The new initiative will prioritise older cases and introduce streamlined processes to speed up resolutions. Lawyers and advocacy groups cautiously welcome the move but warn that mismanagement and inefficiency must be addressed to avoid repeating past mistakes.
For Cape Town residents, the RAF’s promise could bring long-overdue relief, especially given the city’s high accident rates. Effective delivery could restore trust in the fund and offer renewed hope for thousands of families awaiting justice.
