Taxpayers handed over R17.2 billion to fix roads in South Africa – but they just got worse

BusinessTech | 07-09-2026 02:58pm |

South Africa's allocation for road maintenance and infrastructure has increased from R6.5 billion in 2012 to R17.2 billion in 2026. Despite this significant rise in funding, the condition of the country's roads has reportedly worsened. The report highlights concerns about the effectiveness of the spending and the management of road infrastructure projects.

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