Will my temporary drivers licence be valid overseas?

Question:

I am being deployed to Afghanistan at the end of November and my wallet along with my license was stolen on Saturday. I will apply for a new license today, but as you very well know this takes sometime before we receive it.

Will my temporary license be valid overseas? Will I be able to obtain an International Driving license with this temporary one?

Please advise urgently.

Answer:

A temporary driving licence is a valid authorisation to drive on South African roads. The AA only issues an IDP based on a credit card driving licence.

So you cannot be issued with an IDP using a Temporary Driving Licence.