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​PRESS STATEMENT - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE​November 2024
​NBCRFLI TO HOST WELLNESS ROADSHOW TO CELEBRATE 25 YEARS OF TRUCKING WELLNESS​
PRESS STATEMENT - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
​October 2024
​NBCRFLI CONCLUDES A TWO-YEAR WAGE AGREEMENT – 2025 TO 2027​
​PRESS STATEMENT - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
​October 2024
NBCRFLI PARTIES APPLAUD INTENSIFIED INSPECTIONS TO ADDRESS EMPLOYMENT OF UNDOCUMENTED FOREIGN NATIONALS​
​PRESS STATEMENT - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
​ May 2024
​NBCRFLI DONATES OVER 400 SCHOOL SHOES AND SOCKS AHEAD OF THE WINTER SEASON
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​PRESS STATEMENT - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE​March 2024
​NBCRFLI PARTICIPATES IN THE INAUGURAL TRUCK DRIVER SYMPOSIUM ON SAFETY AND WELLNESS​
​PRESS STATEMENT - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE​February 2024
​NBCRFLI RESPONSE TO ISS PRESS STATEMENT OF 25 JANUARY 2024
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PRESS STATEMENT - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
​October 2023
NBCRFLI UNFAZED BY RECENT ISS COURT APPLICATION ON MAIN COLLECTIVE AGREEMENT, INTENDS TO OPPOSE
​OPINION PIECE - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
​September 2013
​AT NBCRFLI, ENFORCEMENT IS CENTRAL TO OUR EXISTENCE AND SUSTAINABILITY OF   THOSE WE SERVE
​PRESS STATEMENT - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 2023​
​NBCRFLI WELCOMES NEW TRADE UNION PARTY TO COUNCIL
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​ PRESS STATEMENT- FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
​August 2023
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​ PRESS STATEMENT- FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
   April 2023
​The NBCFRLI and it's parties dissociate themselves from the proposed Road Freight Shutdown
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 PRESS RELEASE- FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 2018
THE ROAD FREIGHT AND LOGISTICS INDUSTRY WAGE NEGOTIATIONS SUCCESSFULLY CONCLUDED
 Free Market Foundation Judgement May 2016
In the matter between the Free Market Foundation and the Minister of Labour, a judgement was passed do dismiss the application.​
 NBCRFLI Board offers its condolences for the passing of the SATAWU Gauteng S​ecretary April 2015
The Board members of the National Bargaining Council for the Road Freight and Logistics Industry (NBCRFLI) would like to send their condolences to the family and colleagues of Chris Nkosi during this difficult time. Click here for more.
​The Talkshop - SA FM May 2014
The role of the Trucking Wellness programme in the Road Freight and Logistics Industry- The Talkshop - SA FM. Click to Listen
 Putting driver's health first Nov/Dec 2014
With more than 80% of the country’s goods being transported via road, South Africa’s trucking industry currently forms the backbone of our economy. Simon Foulds sits down with Tersia Ströh, COO at the National Bargaining Council for the Road Freight and Logistics Industry (NBCRFLI) to find out how critical driver wellness is within the industry.
 Madiba's invaluable contribution to the road freight and logistics industry 6 Dec 2013
"As the late former President Nelson Mandela himself said 'What counts in life is not the mere fact that we have lived. It is what diffe' It is extremely fitting that this quote came from the great man himself as he himself embodied this very ideal. In his mission to fight for a better life for all South Africans, he helped to create an environment in which labour relations, including that within the road freight and logistics industry, could improve," says June Dube, Chairman of the NBCRFLI Board.
 NBCRFLI launches exciting new Mobi App for its members 24 Oct 2013
In a bid to keep up with ever-changing global communication trends, the NBCRFLI has launched its first ever user-friendly mobi app. The mobi app is aimed at strengthening communication channels between the NBCRFLI and its members. This will help ensure members are kept up to date with Council news and requirements, which forms part of the support and high level of service that the NBCRFLI strives to offer.
 The NBCRFLI receives CCMA Certificate of Accreditation 20 June 2013
The Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration (CCMA) Body has accredited the National Bargaining Council for the Road Freight and Logistics Industry (NBCRFLI) to conduct conciliations and arbitrations, including pre-dismissal arbitrations, from 1 June 2013 to 29 February 2016. This decision was taken following the high quality of dispute resolution services provided by the NBCRFLI. The Council works in close co-operation with the CCMA to deliver this service to the industry.
 NBCRFLI Wellness Fund Health Plan -​ General Practitioner visits 22 Nov 2012
As you may be aware ? members who belong to the NBCRFLI Wellness Fund Health Plan have four visits to a general practitioner (GP) during each benefit year. While our statistics show that in general there is more awareness amongst members regarding their benefits, there are still on average about 2 000 members per month that claim sick-leave benefits from the Sick Fund but have not used or claimed for their GP visit via the Health Plan.
Radio station: Radio Sonder Grense
Programme: Praat Saam 		11 July 2012
Lynette Francis looks at the rights of truck drivers, the challenges of the occupation and what happens when companies disregard their responsibilities towards long-distance drivers. Listen

Lynette Francis kyk na die regte van trokdrywers, die uitdagings van die bedryf en wat gebeur wanneer maatskappye hulle pligte teenoor langafstandbestuurders verontagsaam. Luister
 Promulgation of the Simplified Main Collective Agreement Jan 2012
An easy read for the road freight and logistics industry

The Simplified Main Collective Agreement was promulgated in the Gazette by the Minister of Labour on 6 January 2012. The provisions of the Agreement are effective as from 16 January 2012.
 New branch office opening in Clanwilliam 16 May 2011
The National Bargaining Council for the Road Freight and Logistics Industry (NBCRFLI) wishes to announce the opening of a new branch office in Clanwilliam, in the Western Cape, effective from 1 June 2011.
 NBCRFLI to open branch office in Clanwilliam 4 May 2011
The National Bargaining Council for the Road Freight and Logistics Industry (NBCRFLI) will open a new branch office in Clanwilliam, in the Western Cape, on 1 June 2011. Driven by the need of road freight and logistics industry employers and employees for speedy access to Council offices, the new office will specifically service the N7 route.
 The Council has changed its name 27 Oct 2010
We are proud to announce that the Council has changed its name from National Bargaining Council for the Road Freight Industry (NBCRFI) to National Bargaining Council for the Road Freight and Logistics Industry (NBCRFLI).

The name change is due to the significant recognition of logistics sector in the road freight industry. The name change should also be perceived as an acknowledgement of the size, strength, and diversity of the entire road freight and logistics business, the cornerstone of road goods transportation in South Africa.

The Council will continue to operate in its current structure and your contacts will remain un-changed. At the same time effective from 1 March 2011, we will change all our e-mail addresses and domain to first_name.last_name@nbcrfli.co.za to reflect and strengthen the Council's brand. The old e-mail addresses will continue to be operational for the foreseeable future. Our web domain www.nbcrfi.org.za and www.nbcrfionline.org.za will for now remain unchanged.

The look and feel of our logo will remain the same save for the name and abbreviation. See the updated logo on the right:
 A Guide to the Training Layoff Scheme 16 Aug 2010
This document provides an overview of and a guide to the training layoff scheme. It has been compiled by the Department of Labour based on the outcome of discussions in the Employment Task Team and the Leadership Team of the economic response initiative. It outlines the principles governing the training layoff scheme and the main elements of the training layoff implementation. This document is aimed at informing those who will be involved in implementing the training layoff scheme, as well as employers, trade unionists, workers and members of the community.
 Trucking Wellness Information Sharing sessions 23 Jul 2009
NBCRFI is hosting regional information sharing sessions on Trucking Wellness. If you are part of the road freight industry and a based in Kwa-Zulu Natal, Western Cape or Gauteng please click on the document below for details on how you can attend.
 RFA Prospective Member Meeting 9 Mar 2009
The RFA invites you to our prospective member meeting. This year our meeting will be hosted in conjunction with the Automechanika show at Nasrec. (old Randshow grounds). Guests will be granted free access to this prestigious show. With legislation in the road freight industry having a major impact on truckers and the uncertainty regarding a wage settlement, it makes sense to join a body such as the Road Freight Association. Programme
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 Transport industry digs deep to sponsor study for needy students 17 Jan 2008
As successful matriculants enter the tertiary level, many will be faced with a stark reality - the lack of funds to advance or complete their studies.

See the updated logo by downloading the pdf on the right.