Sanral has announced an increase in toll tariffs, effective from March 1.

According to the South African Government News Agency, the annual adjustment of 3.12% was published in the Government Gazette on February 5. The increase is lower than last year’s 4.85% adjustment.

Sanral said toll tariffs are revised annually in line with the Consumer Price Index, as determined by Statistics South Africa.

Sanral general manager for communications and marketing, Vusi Mona, said toll revenue plays a critical role in maintaining, operating, and upgrading toll roads, as well as servicing debt incurred during the implementation of toll road projects.

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“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 economic infrastructure, including the national road network, is essential for the provision of basic services such as electricity, water, sanitation, telecommunications and public transport.

Mona acknowledged the current economic climate and its impact on road users.

“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.