Metro’s route to modern public transport goes into high gear
Public transport upgrade still on the cards.
The metro’s continued efforts to live up to the standards of being a smart and developmental city has gone into high gear, en-route to providing the citizens of Ekurhuleni with a flexible, safe and cost-effective public transport system.
As Africa’s first aerotropolis, the upgrading of infrastructure and the transformation of the public transport system to match world class standards is essential.
The Integrated Rapid Public Transport Network (IRPTN) will see the development of a high quality public transport system, including trains, buses and mini-bus taxis, providing a seamless travel experience to Ekurhuleni’s commuters.
According to member of the mayoral committee for roads and transport Clr Thumbu Mahlangu, a new chapter in pursuit of the IRPTN has been opened with the imminent launch of the first Ekurhuleni Bus Rapid Transit System (BRT) route, running from Tembisa through Kempton Park to Vosloorus.
“Construction work is already underway and major temporal inconveniences will be experienced by motorists and pedestrians travelling in these areas,” Mahlangu said.
“Also, the construction of non-motorised transport infrastructure, such as pedestrian walkways and a network of cycle paths, is currently underway.”
The implementation of the IRPTN is the culmination of extensive consultations, engagements and surveys facilitated by the metro, with the members of the public, as well as key stakeholders in the transport industry.
Consultations continue, especially within the public transport industry.
