RAF collapse is bad news for road accident victims, warns expert
By Zelda Venter | Published Oct 15, 2024
A collapse of the Road Accident Fund (RAF) would have dire consequences, making drivers personally liable for negligent actions and leaving road traffic collision victims unable to recover damages. Therefore, aspects of the current Road Accident Fund Act require revision. In the short term, the government must bail out the RAF to ensure the objectives of its legislation are met.