On track for growth – Western Cape launches Overberg Rail Freight Pilot
On 23 July 2025, Western Cape Mobility Minister, Isaac Sileku, hosted the launch of the Overberg Freight Rail Business Case and Implementation Plan pilot project in Bredasdorp. The business case...
Bolt security for the railways sector
Bolt security is essential for optimum safety in all industries, particularly in the railway sector, where demands on rail lines and train components are...
Transport Minister outlines urgent reforms to get SA back on track
South Africa’s transport and logistics sector has long been recognised as a key obstacle to economic growth – but change is underway. In the...
ACTOM highlighted local rail capabilities at Africa Rail 2025
AS South Africa accelerates its R158,54-billion infrastructure investment plan, the spotlight is once again on the country’s rail network – and the engineering expertise...
PRASA property rentals targets R2-billion by 2035
By Larry Claasen
THE Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) is looking to its commercial property operations to be a significant driver for its...
Western Cape Rail Pilot aims to triple exports by 2035
By Larry Claasen
IN a move to shift traffic from road to rail, the Western Cape Mobility Department says it will pilot a 211km rail...
Mayor welcomes central line progress
Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis has welcomed progress to reopen the central line, hailing it as a key milestone towards the future devolution of...
Is the Finance Minister throwing money at a lost cause (PRASA)?
John Lawson CEO of the Cape Chamber of Commerce and Industry
A week ago we welcomed news of Prasa’s R66,3-billion budget allocation, much of which...
Infrastructure, jobs and growth: Inside South Africa’s construction revolution
South Africa is on a path of accelerated progress with infrastructure development fuelling economic growth and job creation.
This according to Minister of Public Works...
Government approves R51 billion guarantee facility for Transnet
The Minister of Transport, Barbara Creecy, has approved a R51 billion guarantee facility for Transnet, with the concurrence of the Minister of Finance.
This guarantee...
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