At least three new Chinese bakkies are already confirmed for South Africa in 2026.
Last year saw the introduction of no less than 15 pickups from various manufacturers, including legacy brands like Isuzu, Nissan, Toyota, and VW.
However, the lion’s share of new models that entered South Africa’s bakkie market in 2025 came from Chinese badges.
These companies don’t seem to be slowing down anytime soon, as JMC, JAC, and Chery have all confirmed that they have a new bakkie in store for our market this year.
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The Knysna Oyster Festival: This annual festival celebrates the local oyster harvest
and includes various activities and events centered around food and culture.

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Fun South African Fact: Can you think of any other place in the world where two Nobel Peace Prize winners lived on the same street? Both Nelson Mandela and Archbishop Desmond Tutu had houses on Vilakazi Street in Soweto.