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Aiming for Greater Security: A Glimpse into South Africa’s Department of Transport Funding Proposal for 2024/25

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South Africa’s Department of Transport is striving to improve road safety and reduce the number of casualties. They have allocated their budget to tackle issues that beset the transport industry, with a focus on road safety due to its alarming condition. The department aims to stamp out corruption and fraud and introduce a 24/7 shift system for traffic officers in accidentprone areas to ensure continuous presence. They are committed to reducing road mishaps and ensuring the transport sector remains a critical aspect of the nation’s progress, growth, and prosperity.

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Rebooting the National Taxi Relief Fund

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The revival of the National Taxi Relief Fund is a government program that provides financial support to taxi operators in South Africa who meet certain criteria. The program aims to improve infrastructure and empower taxi operators, and is implemented by the National Empowerment Fund. The government has been working closely with the taxi industry to improve public transportation and address issues such as poverty and unemployment. This includes investments in rail and road infrastructure, as well as sustainable empowerment projects under the Revised Taxi Recapitalisation Programme. The revival of the National Taxi Relief Fund is a significant step towards building a more inclusive and efficient public transport system in South Africa.