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February 23, 2026
Motorists across South Africa will pay more at toll plazas from 1 March after the South African National Roads Agency (SANRAL) confirmed an annual tariff adjustment of 3.12%.
The increase, which is lower than last year’s 4.85% rise, follows SANRAL’s yearly review of toll fees in line with the Consumer Price Index (CPI). The adjustment was published in the Government Gazette earlier this month and is based on inflation data provided by Statistics South Africa.
SANRAL’s communications and marketing general manager, Vusi Mona, said the revenue collected at toll gates is essential to maintain, operate and improve toll roads, as well as to service debt incurred through toll road projects.
“The funds go a long way towards ensuring that SANRAL fulfils its mandate of delivering quality road infrastructure that adds value to the lives of South African citizens,” Mona said.
He added that the national road network plays a critical role in supporting basic services such as electricity, water, sanitation, telecommunications and public transport, and must meet industrial, commercial and household needs.
Mona acknowledged the financial pressures facing South Africans, saying the agency is aware of the current economic challenges. However, he stressed that the annual adjustments are necessary to ensure the continued delivery of safe and reliable roads.
“SANRAL is empathetic to the South African public, considering the current state of the economy. However, it is equally important to introduce the adjustments to ensure that the agency continues to deliver safe and quality roads to the benefit of all road users,” he said.
The 3.12% increase will take effect nationwide at all SANRAL-managed toll plazas from 1 March.
