Road Freight SME Summit

30/09/2026

Supporting the businesses that keep South Africa moving.

We’re proud to have Absa South Africa as a Gold and SMME Sponsor, and Santam as a Gold Sponsor of the 4th Annual Road Freight SME Summit.

Transport SMMEs face real challenges when it comes to building sustainable businesses, managing cash flow, navigating risk and accessing the resources needed to keep operations moving.

The support of organisations that recognise the importance of SMMEs helps create opportunities for businesses to learn, connect and grow.

Thank you, Absa and Santam, for your support and for being part of this year’s Summit.

📅 21–22 October 2026
📍 Indaba Hotel, Fourways
R2,500 two-day delegate pass, excluding VAT
www.smeroadfreightsummit.co.za

29/09/2026

Two industry perspectives. One important conversation for transport SMMEs.

Meet Unathi Kildase, VP of Operations and Head of National Logistics Planning at Game Africa (Massmart), and Lee-Anne Vermeulen, National Manager of Commercial Finance at Finance Warehouse, joining us at the 4th Annual Road Freight SME Summit.

Unathi will unpack what corporate retail logistics requires from transport SMMEs and what businesses need to compete for larger supply-chain opportunities.

Lee-Anne will focus on unlocking working capital in a high-risk industry, sharing practical insights on asset finance, invoice discounting, contracted revenue and building stronger funding relationships.

Bigger opportunities require both the right operations and the right financial support.

📅 21–22 October 2026
📍 Indaba Hotel, Fourways
R2,500 two-day delegate pass, excluding VAT

www.smeroadfreightsummit.co.za

24/09/2026

What are transport SMMEs watching this week?

From what’s happening on major routes to the cost of keeping a truck moving, there are a few areas worth keeping an eye on:

Smarter Route Planning – Real-time tracking and alternative route planning can help operators respond when disruptions affect major freight corridors.

Durban Port Pressure – While there have been signs of improvement, congestion and vessel delays continue to affect freight movement and truck turnaround times.

Fuel Costs – Diesel price movements continue to put pressure on margins, making fuel management and pricing increasingly important.

Cash Flow – With operating costs adding up quickly, managing working capital and customer payment cycles remains critical for transport SMMEs.

Which of these is having the biggest impact on your business right now?

Join the conversation at the 4th Annual Road Freight SME Summit.

📅 21–22 October 2026
📍 Indaba Hotel, Fourways

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23/09/2026

Building the future of transport through skills development.

We’re proud to have the Transport Education Training Authority (TETA)⁠ as a Gold Sponsor of the 4th Annual Road Freight SME Summit.

For transport SMMEs, developing the right skills can help build stronger teams, improve operations and prepare businesses for changes across the industry.

TETA’s support helps us create a space where transport SMMEs can learn, connect and access insights that can support their growth.

Thank you, TETA, for supporting skills development and SMME growth in the road freight industry.

📅 21–22 October 2026
📍 Indaba Hotel, Fourways
R2,500 two-day delegate pass, excluding VAT

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22/09/2026

Meet two more experts joining us at the Summit this October.

We’re pleased to welcome Musa Ndlovu and Dr Paulina Mamogobo to the 4th Annual Road FreightSME Summit.

Musa Ndlovu, National Secretary of the NBCRFLI, will help transport SMMEs better understand labour regulations, the Main Collective Agreement and the compliance exemptions and relief available to businesses
facing financial pressure.

Dr Paulina Mamogobo, Chief Economist at naamsa, will unpack some of the economic, automotive and trade developments affecting the transport industry, and what these changes could mean for growing SMMEs.

Two different areas of expertise, with practical insights to help transport businesses understand their operating environment and make better business decisions.

📅 21–22 October 2026
📍 Indaba Hotel, Fourways

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17/09/2026

Proud to have FNB and WesBank supporting transport SMMEs.
We’re pleased to welcome FNB and WesBank as a Platinum and Category Sponsor of the 4th Annual Road Freight SME Summit.

For transport SMMEs, access to finance and the right support can play an important role in growing a fleet, managing cash flow and building a stronger business.

Thank you to FNB and WesBank for supporting the growth of SMMEs in South Africa’s road freight industry.

📅 21–22 October 2026
📍 Indaba Hotel, Fourways

Book your seat:
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16/09/2026

What’s putting pressure on road freight this week?

From route disruptions to rising fuel costs, transport SMMEs are operating in an environment where things can
change quickly.

Route Planning — Disruptions on key freight corridors continue to make real-time route planning and alternative routes important for operators.

Durban Delays — Continued pressure at Durban Gateway Terminal is affecting freight movement and driving container rerouting.

Diesel Costs — September’s diesel increase is putting more pressure on operating costs and margins, making fuel management and route profitability even more important.

Fuel Stock Policy — Proposed petroleum stockholding requirements could have wider implications for fuel supply and costs, making this another development for the industry to watch.

For transport SMMEs, being prepared for changes in routes, costs and supply chains can make a real difference.

Which of these is having the biggest impact on your business?

📅 21–22 October 2026
📍 Indaba Hotel, Fourways
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15/09/2026

What does it take to build a stronger transport business?

From unlocking working capital and managing cash flow to building a team that supports growth, get the practical insights you need at the 4th Annual Road Freight SME Summit.

📅 21–22 October 2026
📍 Indaba Hotel, Fourways
🎟️ R2,500 excluding VAT

Secure your seat today: www.smeroadfreightsummit.co.za

Industry leaders. Real solutions. Bigger opportunities.

15/09/2026

Meet some of the industry leaders joining us this October.

The 4th Annual Road Freight SME Summit is bringing together experts to have practical conversations about the issues that matter to transport SMEs.

From working capital and finance to route profitability, fleet management and growth, the Summit is about giving SMEs access to insights, connections and opportunities that can help strengthen their businesses.

Take a look at some of the speakers joining us

📅 21–22 October 2026
📍 Indaba Hotel, Fourways
R2,500 two-day delegate pass, excluding VAT

Have you booked your seat yet?
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On the Road Podcast is a platform designed to unpack the challenges and solutions to improve the success of SMEs in the road freight industry

10/09/2026

Top Transport Stories This Week

Here’s what’s been happening across South Africa’s transport and logistics industry:

OR Tambo Jet Fuel Supply Risk
Additional jet fuel imports and contingency measures are in place following production disruptions at Sasol’s Natref refinery.

Airlink Flypast Under Review
SACAA is reviewing Airlink’s low-altitude flypast over DHL Stadium to determine whether all required aviation safety protocols were followed.

Cape Mainline Fully Restored
Transnet has completed repairs to the Cape Mainline following severe storm damage, restoring the strategic freight route for electric train operations.

N3 Bridge Demolition Causes Major Closure
A section of the N3 near Pietermaritzburg was closed over the weekend for the demolition of the Murray/Gladys Manzi Road bridge, with heavy vehicles advised to plan around the disruption.

From fuel security to infrastructure, these developments all have an impact on how South Africa keeps people and goods moving.

Which story caught your attention this week?

📅 21–22 October 2026
📍 Indaba Hotel, Fourways

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