SANRAL seeking legal advice over e-toll payments already made by road users

JOHANNESBURG - Since the government has committed to settling the e-toll debt, the South African National Roads Agency (SANRAL) says it is still mulling over what to do with the money it already received from motorists.

SANRAL was the implementing agent of the electronic tolling system. Earlier this year, the system was done away with on Gauteng freeways.

On Monday, the Gauteng government made its first payment of R3.8 billion to SANRAL, which will go towards settling its R12.9 billion.

SANRAL's spokesperson, Vusi Mona, said the agency had received the payment.

“In light of the cessation of e-tolls, SANRAL is in the process of obtaining legal advice regarding the historic road user debt and payments already made by road users. Once this process is completed, including relevant consultations, a public announcement will be made.”