As another successful Transport Month draws to a close, Engen’s annual Driver Wellness campaign has once again delivered vital healthcare support to South Africa’s truck drivers - the unsung heroes who keep the nation’s economy on the move.

For over a decade, Engen Driver Wellness has continued to make a measurable impact on the health and safety of the road freight community, empowering truckers to take charge of their well-being despite the challenges of long hours and life on the road.

In partnership with Trucking Wellness, an initiative of the National Bargaining Council for the Road Freight and Logistics Industry (NBCRFLI), this year’s campaign offered free voluntary health screenings at 29 Engen Truck Stops and Engen 1-Stops nationwide, reaching truck drivers across eight provinces between 20 October and 13 November 2025.

This year, a total of 1503 screenings were conducted with participating drivers benefiting from comprehensive health assessments, including tests for blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes, malaria, TB, STIs, HIV/AIDS, and BMI (Body Mass Index). Each driver also received a complimentary Engen tog bag as a token of appreciation.

Beyond the numbers, the campaign once again underscored the importance of preventative healthcare and early detection. For many drivers, these screenings represent a rare opportunity to engage with healthcare professionals during their demanding schedules.

Key health insights from 2025:

• 53.6% had abnormal findings requiring follow-up
• 9.9% tested positive for high/abnormal blood pressure 
• 28.9% had elevated cholesterol or blood sugar: 

High cholesterol: 18.1% 

High blood sugar: 10.8% 

Olwethu Mdabula, Engen’s CSI Manager, said the company remains deeply committed to the well-being of South Africa’s transport workers.

“Truck drivers play an indispensable role in driving our economy forward. Through this campaign, Engen aims to make their health and safety a national priority - because when drivers are healthy, our roads and supply chains are safer too.”

In addition to the mobile health campaign, Engen and Trucking Wellness continue to support drivers year-round through six Trucking Wellness clinics located at key Engen Truck Stops in Beaufort West, Musina, Port Elizabeth, East London, Harrismith, and Kokstad.

These permanent fixed facilities ensure that drivers have continued access to qualified healthcare professionals, treatment support, and counselling services long after Transport Month ends.

Tertius Wessels, Project Manager of Trucking Wellness, praised Engen’s long-term commitment to driver health:

“Our collaboration with Engen enables us to reach drivers where they live and work - on the road. The ongoing support provided through both the mobile and fixed clinics ensures continuity of care, early diagnosis, and ultimately, safer roads for everyone.”

Adnaan Emeran, Engen’s Commercial Marketing and Business Development Manager, emphasised the campaign’s broader purpose:

“Driver Wellness is more than just check-ups - it’s about caring for the people who keep our economy moving. Engen’s ongoing partnership with Trucking Wellness reflects our belief that health and safety go hand in hand with productivity and sustainability in the transport industry.”

Emeran added: “As we look ahead, Engen remains committed to strengthening our partnerships, expanding access to healthcare for truckers, and supporting the long-term sustainability of South Africa’s road freight sector.”

With nearly 90% of the country’s goods transported by road, campaigns like Engen Driver Wellness continue to play a critical role in ensuring that both the drivers and the economy remain #AlwaysMoving.

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