South Africa, Jan. 31 -- South Africa's online retail market has been on a consistent upward trend recently, fast-tracked by the post-covid remote working. Recent figures revealed that as recently as 2023, 76% of the population used the Internet, predicted to grow to 98% by 2029.

At the same time, the number of e-commerce users is expected to reach 21,5 million users in 2029, from 11,7 million in 2025. This will mean doubling (or more) of parcels being transported across the country's road network, increasing traffic volumes and the accompanying risk of road crashes and incidents.

Drivers, vehicles and goods will thus be exposed to an array of external conditions, like congestion, road works disturbances, social unrest, protest violence...