AARTO Phase 2 Roll-Out Confirmed – Implementation Commences 1 July 2026
AARTO Phase 2 Roll-Out Confirmed – Implementation Commences 1 July 2026
The South African Government has at the last-minute published Proclamations 322 and 323 of 2026, giving effect to Phase 2 of the Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences (AARTO) Act, 1998, together with the AARTO Amendment Act, 2019.
The implementation will officially commence on 1 July 2026 in the municipalities listed in the respective proclamations.
- The original AARTO Act will be implemented in 60 municipalities across South Africa.
- The AARTO Amendment Act will apply in 62 municipalities, with the amendments now also taking effect in Tshwane and Johannesburg, where AARTO has already been operational.
- No municipalities within the Western Cape have been included in this phase of implementation.
Government has indicated that a further phase of implementation is planned for 2027, which is expected to extend AARTO nationally and introduce the long-awaited Points Demerit System throughout South Africa.
The relevant Government Gazettes were published on 29 June 2026:
Further details, including the long-awaited amended regulations, are expected to be published shortly.
Our Popular “AARTO and the Impact on Your Business” Training
To assist employers, HR practitioners, transport operators, fleet managers and legal professionals in understanding the latest AARTO legislative developments and their practical implications in the workplace, Labour Guide will once again be presenting our highly acclaimed “AARTO and the Impact on Your Business” training.
This practical, interactive programme explains the implementation of AARTO, its administrative processes, and the legal obligations placed on employers and organisations. Participants will gain a clear understanding of how to effectively manage AARTO-related matters within their businesses while ensuring compliance with the legislation.
During the training we cover:
- The AARTO administrative process from infringement to enforcement.
- The practical impact of AARTO on employers, company vehicles and fleet management.
- Employer responsibilities and best practices for managing traffic infringements.
- Workplace procedures for dealing with employee drivers and company-owned vehicles.
- Practical compliance measures to minimise organisational risk.
As part of the programme, delegates receive a comprehensive HR AARTO Policy, together with practical templates and documentation that can be implemented immediately within their organisations.
Whether your organisation operates a large fleet or simply employs staff who drive company vehicles, this training provides the practical knowledge and tools required to prepare your business for the continued implementation of AARTO.
