David Wang
-Updated on June 26, 2026
Is the South African Post Office still operating?
Yes. The South African Post Office entered business rescue on 10 July 2023 and went through a major restructuring, closing 366 branches and reducing staff in 2024, leaving roughly 650 branches in operation. It continues to provide mail, parcel, EMS, and Speed Services courier services as the country's designated national postal operator, though delivery times can be longer than the published estimates during this period.
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