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KZN’s new licence to drive

PLATE ENTHUSIASM

KWAZULU-NATAL’S new number plate system has been met with overwhelming enthusiasm by the public, and even number plate manufacturers say they have been kept busy since the new system came into effect this month.

At least 30 000 new registration numbers have been issued this month.

Provincial traffic authorities say the demand and interest continue to grow even though vehicle owners have until the end of 2025 to make the change.

The Transport Department’s Kwanele Ncalane said citizens were “very excited”

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