TRANSPORT INSURANCE
IN EASTERN CAPE.
The Eastern Cape has the worst road infrastructure of any South African province - a 2024 Human Rights Commission finding officially confirmed it. Minibus taxis and scholar transport are the backbone of public mobility here, running on some of the most damaged and accident-prone roads in the country. TaxiSure specialises in transport insurance and builds cover that accounts for the conditions Eastern Cape operators actually deal with.
IN EASTERN CAPE.
The Eastern Cape has the worst road infrastructure of any South African province - a 2024 Human Rights Commission finding officially confirmed it. Minibus taxis and scholar transport are the backbone of public mobility here, running on some of the most damaged and accident-prone roads in the country. TaxiSure specialises in transport insurance and builds cover that accounts for the conditions Eastern Cape operators actually deal with.
Province Spotlight
YOUR PROVINCE,
YOUR RISK.
Of the province's 42,000 km of roads, not one section has been rated 'good' since 1996, and the government's 20 national accident hotspots are concentrated mostly in the Eastern Cape. December 2024 alone saw three major crashes claim a combined 34 lives on the N9, N2 near Dutywa, and N2 near Mthatha. An N2 Wild Coast bridge partially collapsed in November 2024 from unrepaired 2022 flood damage. Scholar transport is a large segment here and a source of contract disputes that can pull vehicles off routes without notice. Rural operators run on gravel with no emergency services nearby for many kilometres. A write-off in these areas can put an operator out of action for weeks.
- The Human Rights Commission found Eastern Cape roads violate basic rights - worse roads mean more accidents, more vehicle wear, and more claims. Comprehensive cover that includes accidental damage protects operators from the cost of those incidents, not just third-party claims. Source: Daily Maverick
- December 2024 crashes on the N9, N2 near Dutywa, and N2 near Mthatha claimed a combined 34 lives. A single serious accident can write off a vehicle and trigger passenger liability claims at the same time. Combined comprehensive and liability cover means you are not personally carrying those costs. Source: News24
- Rural Eastern Cape operators often run on gravel roads with no emergency services nearby. A breakdown or accident in these areas can leave a vehicle unusable for days. Loss-of-income cover keeps money coming in even when your vehicle cannot, protecting you from a run of bad luck turning into a business collapse.
Available Cover
COVER AVAILABLE
IN EASTERN CAPE.
All cover types available to operators in Eastern Cape. Same TaxiSure quality - locally relevant service.
Available Cover
COVER AVAILABLE
IN EASTERN CAPE.
All cover types available to operators in Eastern Cape. Same TaxiSure quality - locally relevant service.
You Transport the Nation. We Make Sure You Are Covered.TaxiSure · South Africa's Transport Risk Specialists
You Transport the Nation. We Make Sure You Are Covered.TaxiSure · South Africa's Transport Risk Specialists