The ongoing taxi strike in Cape Town has been causing chaos in the city since last Thursday, impacting the daily lives of residents and the region’s economy. Despite negotiations between the Western Cape Government (WCG), City of Cape Town (CoCT), and the South African National Taxi Council (Santaco), a resolution has yet to be reached.
Cape Town, South Africa’s bustling city, heavily relies on efficient public transportation. However, the city’s rail system has been facing several challenges in recent years, compromising the quality of service, safety, and timely upgrades. The root cause lies in the ongoing conflict between the Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (Prasa), who is responsible for providing rail services, and the City of Cape Town.
Cape Town’s rail system is facing a crisis, leading to a 15year public transport plan focusing on roadbased transport. The plan aims to expand the MyCiTi bus service to address the growing reliance on roadbased transport. The City has allocated a budget of R5.2 billion for the next three years to implement the plan, enabling it to apply for Public Transport Network Grant (PTNG) funding from the national government.
