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18
Oct
2026
Gear Up Girl
SAMBRA members supported a Gear Up Girl event held on 3 October at Suzuki Blackheath, in association with SAMBRA member XLNT Panelbeaters and iRecrute.
18
Oct
2026
Our WorldSkills representative returns – a winner in every sense
After months of preparation, hard work and determination, Mesuli Nande Gxalaba has returned home from WorldSkills Shanghai 2026, where he proudly represented South Africa in Auto Body Repair.
18
Oct
2026
Hybrid training pilot opens new pathway for South Africa’s body repair skills
SAMBRA has successfully concluded a pilot of a hybrid training model designed to make apprentice training more accessible to employers and learners across South Africa.
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The South African Motor Body Repairers’ Association (SAMBRA)
We are a national body looking after the needs of motor body repair businesses across South Africa. The variety of manufacturer approvals that many of our members earn is proof of the superior standards that we uphold in the panel beating industry and we pride ourselves in the quality workmanship offered by our members.
Find a SAMBRA Approved Repairer by Location
Simply click on your province to view a list of SAMBRA-Accredited repairers near you.
Why SAMBRA?
Authority & Trust
For over 30 years, SAMBRA has set and upheld South Africa’s motor body repair standards — giving motorists, insurers and manufacturers confidence in every accredited repair.
Industry Leadership Focus
SAMBRA represents and supports accredited motor body repairers through trusted standards, industry partnerships, and ongoing skills development.
Member & Sustainability
Through rigorous grading, strong industry collaboration and continuous training, SAMBRA helps repairers build safe, sustainable and successful businesses.
