SAMBRA has secured an industry-first approval from the Competition Commission under the SMME Block Exemption Regulations. This gives SAMBRA a new ability to collectively negotiate operational and commercial SLA terms with individual insurers on behalf of qualifying SMME members, strengthening our ability to address contractual risk, administrative burden and unfair or disproportionate SLA conditions. Member […]
SAMBRA continues to represent members in discussions around Santam’s new commercial agreements, which come into effect on 1 November 2026. Members are encouraged to engage with Santam as soon as possible and to carefully consider the sustainability of any proposed commercial terms. Member concerns and Santam’s assurance SAMBRA has raised members’ concerns around cost pressures […]
AfriRent is progressing with the onboarding of SAMBRA members onto its repair panel. All eligible members will receive a unique invitation link, with AfriRent, RMI and SAMBRA currently reconciling existing panel members against the broader membership database. Application timing and further communication The panel is scheduled to close on 31 December 2026, although members are […]
SAMBRA and the RMI are actively engaging with government on the development of a new End-of-Life Vehicle (ELV) policy for South Africa. If implemented correctly, an ELV policy has the potential to significantly strengthen the automotive industry by formalising the salvage value chain, improving vehicle traceability and ensuring that usable parts and materials are recovered […]
SAMBRA’s new CRM system will be formally handed over on 8 September, followed by a controlled pilot with a small number of team members through to the end of September. This will allow us to identify and resolve any minor issues before the full rollout in October. What the system means for members For members, […]
Over the past few months, SAMBRA has been speaking to members about the growing importance of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) compliance. We are now seeing this pressure increase, with more Department of Employment and Labour inspections taking place and insurers placing greater emphasis on OHS compliance within their networks. In direct response, the SAMBRA […]
