Cabinet has approved extending the validity of South Africa's driving licences for light motor vehicles from five to 10 years.

Cabinet has approved extending the validity of South Africa's driving licences from five to 10 years.

Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni announced the decision during a media briefing on Thursday following the post-Cabinet meeting on Wednesday.

“Cabinet approved the extension of the validity period of driving licences for Codes A, A1, B and EB from five to 10 years.”

She said the 10-year renewal period will apply only to light motor vehicles.