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10
Nov
2026
SAMBRA urges motorists to get professional assessments before repairing storm-damaged vehicles
After severe Gauteng storms, SAMBRA advises motorists to document hail damage, contact their insurers and seek a professional assessment before approving repairs.
10
Nov
2026
SAMBRA opens the door to exciting career opportunities in motor body repair
SAMBRA encourages school-leavers to explore practical, technology-driven motor body repair careers and opportunities available through vocational training and workplace experience.
10
Nov
2026
Building the skills South Africa’s Motor Body Repair industry needs
International benchmarking highlights how technical knowledge, practical training, workplace experience and continuous development can strengthen South Africa’s motor body repair skills pipeline.
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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.
