Road users fuming over new charges
Road users and transport operators have strongly criticised the Roads Authority’s decision to raise vehicle licence and permit fees by up to 20%. They say the increase will put more pressure on motorists, businesses and commuters already battling the rising cost of living. The authority recently announced that vehicle licence fees will increase by 10%, […] The post Road users fuming over new charges appeared first on The Namibian .
Road users and transport operators have strongly criticised the Roads Authority’s decision to raise vehicle licence and permit fees by up to 20%.
They say the increase will put more pressure on motorists, businesses and commuters already battling the rising cost of living.
The authority recently announced that vehicle licence fees will increase by 10%, while abnormal load fees and road carrier permit charges will rise by 20% from tomorrow.
The approved Government Gazette detailing the revised road user charges will be published in due course, it says.
Samco Import and Export CC general manager Fatima Dirk says transport companies will immediately feel the impact of the increases.
“She says many transport operators wait until permit payments are due before settling them, while her company pays every month or every second month to avoid large payments.
