SAMBRA in the media

SAMBRA in the media
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August was another strong month for SAMBRA’s media profile, with coverage spanning the people, technology and consumer issues shaping South Africa’s motor body repair industry.

From highlighting women breaking new ground in spray painting and showcasing the next generation of repair talent, to sharing expert insight on new dent-repair technologies and helping motorists understand what happens when repairs take longer than expected, SAMBRA continued to bring a practical industry perspective to the conversation.

The coverage demonstrates the breadth of issues on which SAMBRA is increasingly being recognised as a trusted voice – from skills and transformation to technology, safety, repairability and the consumer experience.

August media results

MeasureResult
Media placements40
Advertising Value EquivalentR5 839 961,00
PR ValueR17 519 883,00
Audience reach17 172 177

Media highlight

https://www.fanews.co.za/article/people-and-companies/12/news/1163/women-are-changing-the-face-of-south-africa-s-spray-painting-industry-one-perfect-finish-at-a-time/44485

https://www.autoforum.co.za/View-News-Article.aspx?News=modern-dent-repair-technology-is-changing-the-way-vehicles-are-repaired-safely-26-17-25

https://bodyshopnews.africa/sambra-young-repair-talent-second-2026-skills-contest
https://iol.co.za/motoring/industry-news/2026-08-26-car-stuck-at-the-panel-beater-what-to-do-when-your-courtesy-car-is-about-to-expire

Why this matters to members

SAMBRA’s ongoing media presence keeps collision repair visible and reinforces the importance of using an accredited repairer. This supports members by increasing awareness of the SAMBRA brand and highlighting the standards and professionalism associated with accredited businesses.