
Human Rights and Road Safety: Why Ethical Hiring Starts With Verification
Human Rights is a reminder that safety, dignity and fairness must underpin every part of society — including the roads we use and the people we employ to operate on them.
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A clear and transparent landscape where only truth is exposed. There are no shadows or grey areas. It is our aim to create this world – for our customers, stakeholders and for our country.
We exist to enhance road safety and mitigate risk by delivering unique information, enabling our partners to navigate the road to success with confidence.
We strive to be the premier partner of choice, recognised for our unique and transparent risk management solutions. Our mission is to enhance road safety and mitigate risk by delivering unique data-driven information, enabling our partners to navigate the road to success with confidence.
We are not merely a company; we are architects of trust, builders of assurance, and guardians of integrity. Our relentless pursuit of excellence drives us to deliver unique, data-driven solutions that illuminate the road ahead, enabling our partners to navigate with precision and purpose.
The fraud statistics are dangerously high and climbing daily. 32% of Zimbabwean driver’s licenses are fake and 66% of their PrDP (Defensive Driving Certificates) are also fake.
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We are trusted partners to almost all of South Africa’s insurance companies and brokers and do driver checks in over 150 countries. We leave no stone unturned, providing bespoke and accurate reporting and support right through to specific legal cases.
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A driver’s license check is a meticulous process aimed at verifying the authenticity, validity, and status of an individual’s driver’s license. At CHECK YOUR DRIVER, we meticulously cross-reference the data provided on the submitted card with the information held by the custodian of records. This comprehensive verification involves a detailed examination of personal name and surname details, license codes, PrDP categories, as well as the validity period from and expiry dates.
It’s crucial to note that our license checks go beyond a mere trace. Unlike a license trace, which only identifies a license number, our thorough process ensures that the data on the submitted card is scrutinized and cross-referenced for accuracy. This is essential because fraudulent syndicates often employ sophisticated tactics, such as using valid license numbers to produce multiple counterfeit cards.
By conducting these detailed checks, CYD ensures compliance with driving laws and regulations as stipulated by the National Road Traffic Act (NRTA), providing our clients with peace of mind and protection against potential risks.
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The staggering statistics speak for themselves (link may be included for reference). With the prevalence of fraudulent documents on the rise, it’s imperative to take proactive measures. Over a decade of thorough verification, we’ve found that more than 50% of all foreign licenses examined turn out to be fake.
The consequences of overlooking this crucial step are grave. Not only does it expose you to the risk of having insurance claims repudiated, potentially resulting in significant financial losses, but imagine the catastrophic scenario of a fatality involving one of your drivers holding a counterfeit license on public roads.
Under the National Road Traffic Act (NRTA) it’s the duty of operators to ensure that their drivers are properly licensed and compliant with legal requirements. By conducting comprehensive drivers license checks, you not only safeguard your business’s reputation and financial stability but also prioritise the safety of all road users.
Click here to find out more about the foreign driver license requirements. (Link to section on this below)
I never included a reason for the Insurers for this question. Should we add a sentence for that clientbase? On the lines of them making informed decisions at claim stage. Not sure as to what you mean here? Let’s discuss. I want to include why Insurance companies should check under this FAQ
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At CYD, we provide verification services across various sectors. As the top-approved provider of verification and fraud prevention services for the majority of insurance companies in South Africa, we also collaborate closely with insurance brokers and transport/logistics companies.
Given the extensive scope of the freight and transport industry, with countless trucks and service vehicles traversing our roads, our aim is to extend our services to as many of them as possible. Ensuring the safety and integrity of transporters is paramount.
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We provide various checks for over 150 different countries, covering a wide range of documentation including licenses and PrDPs. While the list below includes some of the countries we serve, we are continually expanding our offerings to meet the diverse needs of our clients.
Our primary checks include Driver License & PrDP Checks and Criminal Checks but we are also able to provide checks for various Training Certificates, Dangerous Goods Certificates, Excavator/Tractor/Mining Operator Cards & Certificates and more.
If your country is not listed, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us for further assistance.
Comparative reports available for: Australia, Angola, Lesotho, Botswana, Swaziland, Bangladesh, Austria, Germany, Belgium, Brazil, Benin, DRC, Denmark, India, Mozambique, Netherlands, New Zealand, Pakistan, Zambia, Spain.
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The frequency of driver checks depends on the unique needs of our diverse clientele. For businesses employing drivers, whether for small delivery vehicles, motorcycles, courier cars, or heavy commercial trucks, conducting a driver check during the hiring process is essential as part of pre-employment screening. If you haven’t done so yet, don’t fret—reach out to us, and we’ll ensure you’re not exposed to risks.
It’s important to note that once a check has been conducted, clients should continue to monitor drivers by conducting checks when they renew their licenses or PrDPs. Many renewals may present fake documents, even if the initial check years ago verified them as genuine. Don’t leave yourself vulnerable to risk! For our broker clients, we view their role as pivotal in raising awareness of fraudulent driver documents with their clients. Brokers can simply reach out to us, and we’ll take care of the rest-consider this an added-value service for your clients in risk management.
As for our insurance and underwriting clients, conducting driver checks at the claim stage is crucial for gathering all necessary facts to make informed decisions. Additionally, insurers can incorporate driver checks at policy inception to proactively manage risks.
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Tradesure Commercial Specialists
Our goal at Tradesure is to give our clients fast, effective service and by using Check-Your-Driver this made our process easier. Leigh keeps us updated at all times when we request information on licenses and comes back to us promptly. This is the services we need to give our clients the service they deserve. Thank you Leigh, it’s been a pleasure to deal with you.
IUM – Insurance Underwriting Managers
I want to take a moment to thank you for your excellent service. IUM claim technicians can always count on you to give expert advice. The check results we receive from Check your driver is well informative and will recommend any person, Transporter, Recruiter and Company who requires information on a possible new driver, current drivers from South Africa or the Neighbouring countries to be check by you. Keep up the good service and you will hear from IUM every time.
FFG
Our client and ourselves were shocked to find out that two of their five drivers had fake drivers’ licenses/ DDC and if it was not with the help of CHECK YOUR DRIVER, the client could have suffered a large financial loss. Thank you Leigh and your team for the quick and efficient service. This is a must for all clients who would like to verify their drivers’ licenses!
IUM – Insurance Underwriting Managers
I am writing to let you know how much I appreciate the outstanding service that you provided me with during all request on our claims. You are very helpful and efficient. I am highly pleased with the professional manner in which you handled everything. Such a commitment to great customer service is to be commended. Thanks again! I look forward to dealing with you in the future.
King Price Insurance
Thank you in advance for your speedy and excellent service, I truly wish to send you this email of gratitude and compliment onto your management as you always assist in no time, you keep us updated and you are extremely professional.
Malawi Consulate General
Leigh Johannsen, Director of CHECK-YOUR-DRIVER Pty Ltd has been working with our organisation since 2016. Ms Johannsen is dedicated to her job and has been assisting us with checking the drivers’ and motor vehicle documents issued by the Government of Malawi. Our working relationship is very good and her work is always up to standard. She follows rightful procedures and guidelines as provided by the Governments of South African and Malawi. Kindly accept the assurances of my highest consideration.
CIB (Pty) Ltd
Check Your Driver Pty Ltd has been a CIB Service Provider since 2021. In my dealings with them, I can describe them as a professional company who seeks to build partnerships with their clients as opposed to merely providing a service. I have found them to share our Company’s values and understand the need for superior customer service.
Discovery Insure
As a supplier to Discovery Insure, I have been working with CHECK-YOUR-DRIVER for the past Year. They have handled all our foreign license verification and validation checks, which assist Discovery Insure greatly in validating and authorising valid claims. There are several legislated requirements in respect of insurance claims, not limited to anti-money laundering (‘AML’) legislation, that requires Discovery Insure to verify and validate the license of the insured. In order to obtain this information, we are required to comply with various national and international privacy statutes which requires us to have express consent from the insured to claim under the contract. Discovery Insure has a long and proud reputation for dealing with claims judicially and within our legislated ambit. We are pleased to be associated with CHECK-YOUR-DRIVER Pty Lt and recommend the service they provide not only to discovery Insure but the entire insurance industry
Frontline Insurance – part of Old Mutual Insure Limited
Our company has been utilizing their services for many years. They have proved to be a professional, dedicated team focusing on management of costs to the Insurer and targeting excellent service delivery. They are committed in executing specific protocols as instructed by the Insurer. The Insurer (Frontline obo Old Mutual) appoints Check-Your-Driver in line with regulations and the information that is provided is crucial to claims procedures. They have been legally mandated to perform such services. Our insured clients have also given contractual consent for the verification of licences as part of the requirement procedures to verify the validity of a motor accident claim in line with policy contract requirements.
IUM – Insurance Underwriting Managers
It is not often that we reduce to writing our support in terms of a particular service provider. In this particular instance, however, we’d like to hereby formally confirm that Check-Your-Driver is one of the trusted Service Providers of IUM. We have a long-standing professional relationship with them, and they assist the claims technicians and management with license checks as part of the claims process and are authorized to do these checks in line with industry regulations. The service offered by Check-Your-Driver is crucial to our claims process, enabling the claims team to make informed decisions. We rely heavily on their expertise, ethical conduct, and support to determine the validity of claims.
CTU
We think extremely highly of CHECK YOUR DRIVER PTY LTD, and therefore it is our great pleasure to write a letter of reference on their behalf. CTU has had a business relationship with LEIGH JOHANNSEN from CHECK YOUR DRIVER PTY LTD since 01/12/2022 as a one of our preferred service providers. This relationship has been built over many years and is based on trust and good business ethics. LEIGH JOHANNSEN has always conducted herself in an extremely professional manner and we value our relationship with her. We have no doubt that she will grow from strength to strength in the ever-developing Insurance industry.
Miway Insurance
Good morning, Leigh! Thank you kindly! Once again valuable work from your side. We really appreciate and value it.
Miway Insurance
Leigh! If I could hug you I would, thank you so much! BUT MORE THAN THAT thank you so so so much for doing this enquiry for me so quick! Thank you for the amazing service.
SM BOERDERY
Baie dankie, is net bly julle het dit opgetel 100 % die geld werd !!!
SANTAM
Morning Renier, thanks for the excellent service on this matter, really appreciate your help.
OUTsurance
Thank you Leigh, this made my day! Thank you for always assisting us and providing such speedy service!
For over a decade, the CHECK YOUR DRIVER team has been at the forefront of conducting driver checks. Trusted partners to almost all insurance companies, our comprehensive range of verification services are tailored to meet the diverse needs of our clients.

Human Rights is a reminder that safety, dignity and fairness must underpin every part of society — including the roads we use and the people we employ to operate on them.

There is a growing crisis unfolding in the transport and insurance industries – one that is costing businesses millions every year. It’s the silent, predictable, devastating reality of claim repudiations due to unverified drivers.
Every HR manager, fleet operator, and insurance professional needs to understand the mechanics behind this problem, because the trend isn’t slowing down. In fact, it’s accelerating.

December is one of the busiest months on South African roads. With holiday deliveries, year-end stock movements, and drivers travelling long distances to meet deadlines, the demands on fleets reach their peak. For logistics companies, this period isn’t just about speed and efficiency — it’s about safety, compliance, and trust.
That’s where verification services become your strongest line of defence. At Check Your Driver, we don’t just verify identities. We help businesses safeguard credibility, reduce risk, and build lasting trust.
For over a decade, the CHECK YOUR DRIVER team has been at the forefront of conducting driver checks.

Human Rights is a reminder that safety, dignity and fairness must underpin every part of

There is a growing crisis unfolding in the transport and insurance industries – one that
For over a decade, the CHECK YOUR DRIVER team has been at the forefront of conducting driver checks.
For over a decade, the CHECK YOUR DRIVER team has been at the forefront of conducting driver checks.

Human Rights is a reminder that safety, dignity and fairness must underpin every part of society — including the roads we use and the people we employ to operate on them.

There is a growing crisis unfolding in the transport and insurance industries – one that is costing businesses millions every year. It’s the silent, predictable, devastating reality of claim repudiations due to unverified drivers.
Every HR manager, fleet operator, and insurance professional needs to understand the mechanics behind this problem, because the trend isn’t slowing down. In fact, it’s accelerating.