MyZA
News, Directory, Events and Other Stuff
The National Consumer Commission (NCC) notifies consumers of a product safety recall issued by Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa (Manufacturing) (Pty) Ltd. The recall affects certain 2017 – 2020 model year Ford Ranger and Ford Everest vehicles fitted with the 10R80 transmission. The affected vehicles were sold from 11 July 2018 to 28 February …
The National Consumer Commission (NCC) informs consumers of a product safety recall issued by Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa (Manufacturing) (Pty) Ltd. The recall affects certain 2026 model year Ford Transit, Ford Transit Custom and Ford Tourneo Custom vehicles. The affected vehicles were sold from 7 October 2025 to 9 June 2026 in South …
The National Consumer Commission (NCC) has notified consumers about product recalls of certain Ford Ranger XLT, Wildtrak, Ford Puma and Hino 700 vehicles, as notified by Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa (PTY) Ltd (Ford) and Toyota SA Motors (PTY) (Ltd). FORD RANGER XLT AND WILDTRAK VEHICLES Ford has informed the NCC that they are …
The National Consumer Commission (NCC) informs consumers about the product recall of certain Ford Transit and Transit / Tourneo Custom passenger vehicles as notified by Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa (Manufacturing) (Pty) Ltd, affecting certain 2022-2026 model year vehicles. The recall affects 582 (Five Hundred and Eighty-Two) vehicles that were made available for sale …
Pretoria: A one-of-a-kind Ford Ranger Wildtrak X, the first Ford vehicle and the first bakkie globally to carry Nelson Mandela’s signature has been donated to the Nelson Mandela Children’s Fund. Built by Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa, the unique bakkie will be used to raise funds to support the Fund’s programmes focused on child safety, …
PRETORIA: As South Africa continues to confront one of its most pressing educational challenges, improving and strengthening literacy among young learners, Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa (Manufacturing) (Pty) Ltd (“Ford South Africa”) has concluded the 2026 Rally to Read in the Eastern Cape, delivering books, teaching materials and teacher aids to rural schools over …
PRETORIA – Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa (Manufacturing) Pty Ltd (“Ford South Africa”) showcased the strength and longevity of its dealer and distributor network across South Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) at the Ford Recognition Awards for 2025, highlighting both top performance and multi-generational partnership. Held in Johannesburg, the annual event spotlighted excellence across …
Pretoria: Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa (Manufacturing) (Pty) Limited (“Ford South Africa”) has appointed award-winning strategic communications leader Dustin Chick as Communications Director, effective 1 March. He joins Ford South Africa following an extensive career in reputation management and strategic communications, during which he has advised CEOs, large corporates, C-suite leaders, government ministers and …
Skills development and technical excellence are critical to the sustainability of South Africa’s automotive industry. As vehicle technology advances and customer expectations evolve, the demand for highly skilled technicians capable of diagnosing and maintaining complex systems has never been greater. In line with this commitment to continuous learning and professional development, Ford Motor Company of …
The helpline plays a crucial role getting victims of violence swiftly into shelters
For more than 122 years, Ford has stood with communities through good times and bad. As a family company, Ford is driven by strong values and a deep commitment to service and philanthropy – values shared by our employees and dealers – since day one. We know we accomplish so much more when we all …
PRETORIA, SOUTH AFRICA, 18 August 2025 – Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa (Manufacturing) (Pty) Ltd (FMCSA) has commenced with several product recall notices, affecting different models and production batches. Ford Ranger: Transmission Main Control Valve Body Replacement FMCSA has commenced a Safety Recall relating to certain 2025 Ford Ranger vehicles. FMCSA has identified that …
The 2025 Enactus South Africa National Exposition once again served as a powerful platform for student-led innovation, collaboration and social impact. The event brought together teams from 25 universities, with 15 showcasing entrepreneurial solutions to some of South Africa’s most pressing challenges. The event drew more than 450 attendees, including students, faculty advisors, corporate executives …
Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa (Manufacturing) (Pty) Limited (“Ford South Africa”) has entered into a partnership with the Nelson Mandela Children’s Fund (The Fund), with Ford supplying a fleet of 19 vehicles to bolster the Fund’s outreach initiatives and community-driven programmes across the country. The handover, which also commemorates Mandela Month, marks a milestone …
Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa (Manufacturing) (Pty) Ltd (FMCSA) has determined that a concern which relates to motor vehicle safety may exist for certain Ford EcoSport models built between April 2021 and July 2022. FMCSA has identified that in the affected vehicles, the front half shafts may not have been fully inserted into the …
Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa (Manufacturing) (Pty) Ltd (“Ford South Africa”) has reaffirmed its commitment to long-term growth and local relevance, spearheaded by significant investments in dealer infrastructure for the benefit of customers. Amid shifting market conditions, evolving consumer expectations, and increased competition, the company is leveraging a strong product base, dealer investment, and …
The Ford Wildlife Foundation (FWF) is proud to support the Cape Leopard Trust (CLT), a leading environmental NGO working to conserve leopards and promote biodiversity across the Western Cape. Through rigorous research, education, and community engagement, the CLT is at the forefront of predator conservation in South Africa – striving to ensure a future where …
The 15th edition of the Simola Hillclimb was characterised by difficult emotions matched to brave competition at the highest level during the King of the Hill challenge.
The new vehicle sales market appears to be on an upward trend in 2025 after a challenging period over the past two years, and Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa (Manufacturing) (Pty) Ltd (“Ford South Africa”) is continuing its positive sales momentum with 9.4 percent growth recorded during the first quarter of 2025 compared to …
Volkswagen Motorsport is upping the ante once again by bringing seven-time World Rallycross champion Johan Kristoffersson to compete at 15th Simola Hillclimb in 2023 title-winning all-electric WRX Polo RX1e Five-time Modified Saloon Car winner and current record-holder Franco Scribante will resume ongoing battle of the Nissan R35 GT-Rs with Reghard Roets Formidable line-up of other […]
The Ford Ranger is built to handle tough jobs with confidence, and that includes towing heavy loads with ease. In South Africa, where road trips and outdoor adventures are a way of life, towing caravans, trailers, and boats is an integral part of exploring the country’s breathtaking landscapes. With the Ranger’s combination of power, precision, …
Long-standing rivals Andre Bezuidenhout and Robert Wolk will be going head-to-head in equal machinery this year – both driving Gould GR55B hillclimb racing cars Three exciting new Investchem MSA4 single-seater race cars set to compete this year, along with Formula Ford and Formula VW entries Rui Campos expected to be a strong contender for podium […]
The Witvis, also known as the Berg-Breede Whitefish (Cheilobarbus capensis), is an endemic species once abundant in the Berg and Breede Rivers in the Western Cape. Historically, it was one of the dominant large-fish species in the Berg River but faced significant threats, including being considered a pest by fishermen who actively removed them. By …
PRETORIA, SOUTH AFRICA, 26 March 2025 – Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa (Manufacturing) (Pty) Ltd (Ford South Africa) has begun full-scale production of the first-ever Ford Ranger Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) at its Silverton Manufacturing Plant. The Ranger PHEV, exclusively produced in South Africa for global export, is a key component of Ford’s …
