Minister of Transport Barbara Creecy has officially dissolved the Board of the Road Accident Fund (RAF) with immediate effect, citing governance concerns and the urgent need for institutional stability.
In a statement issued on Tuesday, Minister Creecy confirmed that the board was disbanded following a number of troubling developments, including governance failures and a breakdown in the relationship between the board and the RAF executive management.
“The decision was taken after careful consideration of the deteriorating relationship between the board and the executive, which has made it difficult for the institution to function effectively,” said Creecy.
RAF Under Heavy Scrutiny
The Road Accident Fund — which compensates victims of road accidents — has faced mounting criticism in recent years over its financial management, backlog of claims, and rising litigation costs. The now-dissolved board had been tasked with addressing these issues but was reportedly embroiled in internal disputes that hindered progress.
Administrator Appointed
Minister Creecy has appointed a temporary administrator to lead the RAF during the transition period. Details about the administrator’s identity and mandate are expected to be released in the coming days.
“We will begin a process of appointing a new board with the skills, integrity, and independence required to restore the RAF to stability,” she added.
The move is seen as part of broader efforts by the newly reshuffled Cabinet to clean up state-owned entities and improve public confidence in critical institutions.
Public and Legal Response Expected
Legal commentators and civil society groups have welcomed the decision, calling for the incoming leadership to prioritise claimant payments, transparency, and financial turnaround plans.
Minister Creecy, who recently took over the Transport portfolio, has promised more decisive interventions in the months ahead.
This is a developing story. Stay with Pondoland Times for further updates as the new RAF leadership process unfolds.
