Road Accident Fund: Quarterly Claims Limit Adjustment Gazetted

Posted 31 October 2025 Written by Acts Online
Category Road Accident Fund

Brought to you by SA Legal Academy: The statutory limit for claims relating to loss of income and loss of support has been adjusted to account for inflation.

In terms of section 17(4)(c) of the Road Accident Fund Act, No. 56 of 1996, the Road Accident Fund (RAF) has published a notice in the Government Gazette adjusting the cap on claims for loss of income and loss of support. The new statutory limit is set at R377 849.00, effective immediately from the date of publication.

This adjustment is a routine quarterly requirement intended to maintain the real value of the statutory cap against the effects of the consumer price index (CPI) inflation. The limit applies to the maximum amount that can be claimed by a victim or their dependants for the loss of earnings or financial support resulting from a motor vehicle accident.

What this means for you, your business, or your clients

  • For yourself: No direct individual obligations; impact is channelled through professional practice in the personal injury and insurance sectors.
  • For your business: Legal practices and insurers must update internal claim calculation templates and actuarial models to reflect the new R377 849.00 limit for all relevant claims arising from the effective date.
  • For your clients: Clients pursuing claims for loss of income or support will benefit from the adjusted threshold, ensuring that the maximum recoverable amount is aligned with current inflationary pressures.

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