Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi and MEC Kedibone Diale-Tlabela of the Gauteng Department of Roads and Transport (GPDRT) will officially unveil a new, high-tech tamper-proof number plate system on Thursday, 5 June 2025.
The Gauteng Provincial Government disclosed in a post on Twitter/X,.
Premier Panyaza @Lesufi together with @GPDRT_ MEC Kedibone Diale-Tlabela
will on Thursday, 05 June 2025 preside over the unveiling of a new, cutting-edge technological, tamper-proof provincial number plate system. #RoadSafety #AgaLeRona #GrowingGautengTogether #TacklingG13 pic.twitter.com/eSvDTMY2Dg— Gauteng Provincial Gov (@GautengProvince) June 3, 2025
Gauteng’s New Number Plate System: A Game-Changer For Crime Prevention And Youth Entrepreneurship
Gauteng unveiled last November a cutting-edge number plate system designed to bolster security and create exciting business opportunities for young entrepreneurs.
The new prototype, introduced by the Gauteng Provincial Government (GPG), features advanced security measures aimed at curbing crime and ensuring traceability.
According to the GPG’s 2023/24 Annual Report, the system will enable law enforcement officers to track and trace number plates issued by authorized embossers. By scanning the plates, officials can verify details such as the embosser, vehicle information, and owner data, making it easier to combat illegal activities.
As part of its empowerment strategy, the Gauteng Department of Roads and Transport hosted a workshop in Randfontein to encourage youth participation in the number plate embossing sector. The initiative also highlighted funding opportunities available to aspiring entrepreneurs.
“The registration of embossers has begun, with certificates being issued to legalized manufacturers to ensure compliance with regulations,” the report states.
A number plate embosser is a machine that uses stencils and dies to create raised characters and graphics on metal sheets, producing durable and secure license plates. In Gauteng, all embossers must be registered with the Department of Roads and Transport, in line with the National Road Traffic Act, which prohibits unregistered manufacturing or sale of number plates.
The registration process, launched in July 2023, has already seen several embossers receive certification. By November 2024, the new license plates will feature tamper-proof designs, including QR codes and self-destructing decals to prevent cloning and unauthorized removal.
Transport Minister Barbara Creecy emphasized that these innovations will enhance safety, reduce counterfeit plates, and hold manufacturers and retailers accountable. With Gauteng running out of new number combinations, the updated system is a timely solution to modernize vehicle identification while empowering the next generation of entrepreneurs.
This initiative not only addresses security concerns but also opens doors for youth to thrive in a growing industry, marking a significant step forward for Gauteng’s road safety and economic development.
