Warning for motorists paying speeding fines in South Africa

• Motorists warned to be wary of scams claiming to represent traffic fines and other notices issued under the AARTO Act
• The RTIA has shared examples of the scams making the rounds in South Africa, and explained how they work, including threats of licence blocks, vehicle disc blocks, and additional penalties
• Motorists are advised to delete suspicious emails immediately and make payments only through verified and approved payment platforms