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New subway hours introduced at Heathfield train station to combat crime

Heathfield train station is set to implement new subway hours to address safety concerns raised by local residents, following a recent meeting with city officials and the Passenger Rail Agency.

Cape Argus News
Janice Matthews|Published

Godongwana tables 2025 revised budget, introduces fuel tax increases

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana on Wednesday unveiled significant fuel tax increases and outlined a roadmap for sustainable growth.

Cape Times News
Mayibongwe Maqhina|Published

PRASA promises operational train services in Mitchell’s Plain by June

Residents of Mitchell’s Plain express optimism over the revival of train services, with PRASA confirming operational readiness by June 2025, while emphasising the need for safety protocols.

Cape Argus News
Genevieve Serra|Published

New fuel tax hits motorists hard in 2025 Budget

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana on Wednesday unveils significant fuel tax increases and outlines a roadmap for sustainable growth.

Cape Argus News
Mayibongwe Maqhina|Published

2025 Budget announcement | Godongwana introduces fuel tax increases in South Africa

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana unveils the 2025 budget, detailing significant fuel tax increases and a strategic plan for sustainable economic growth that impacts all South Africans.

Weekend Argus News
Mayibongwe Maqhina|Published

Godongwana tables 2025 revised budget, introduces fuel tax increases

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana on Wednesday unveils significant fuel tax increases and outlines a roadmap for sustainable growth.

News Politics
Mayibongwe Maqhina|Published

Political fault lines emerge as PRASA outlines rail service recovery

PRASA's recent presentation to the Western Cape Parliament reveals significant improvements in rail services, yet exposes ongoing political disputes over the future of commuter rail in Cape Town.

News South Africa
Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Get ready for the Nedbank Cup Soweto Derby final: Key details for fans

As Durban prepares for the highly anticipated Nedbank Cup Soweto Derby final, fans gear up for a thrilling match between Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs, with exciting fan parks and activities planned for those attending.

News South Africa
Karen Singh|Published

Grade 1 learner dies after being hit by train in tragic accident

A mother in Manenberg is devastated after her 7-year-old son was tragically killed by a train while playing with friends. The incident has raised concerns about safety near railway tracks.

Cape Argus News
Marsha Dean|Published

Road Accident Fund CEO denies wrongdoing in multi-million lease deal

Facing serious allegations, Collins Letsoalo, CEO of the Road Accident Fund, asserts his innocence and commitment to transparency regarding a R79 million lease deal.

Cape Times News
Zelda Venter|Published

Collins Letsoalo defends RAF amid controversial lease claims

Collins Letsoalo, CEO of the Road Accident Fund, addresses allegations of misconduct related to a R79 million lease deal, asserting transparency and cooperation with the Special Investigating Unit.

News Crime and Courts
Zelda Venter|Published

Mitchells Plain line set for May reopening - Prasa

Prasa's successful trial operations on the Central Line marks a crucial step in restoring public transport in Cape Town, with the Mitchells Plain rail line set to reopen in May.

Cape Times News
Theolin Tembo|Published

Mitchells Plain section of Central Line set toreopen in May

Prasa's successful trial operations on the Central Line, praised by the Western Cape Government, mark a crucial step in restoring public transport in Cape Town, with the Mitchells Plain rail line set to reopen in May.

Cape Argus News
Theolin Tembo|Published

Prasa achieves milestones on Central Line; Mitchells Plain line set for May reopening

Prasa's successful trial operations on the Central Line, praised by the Western Cape Government, mark a crucial step in restoring public transport in Cape Town, with the Mitchells Plain rail line set to reopen in May.

News South Africa Western Cape
Theolin Tembo|Published

Court awards R6. 1 million to man injured after being pushed from train

A man who suffered brain injuries after being pushed from a moving train is set to receive R6. 1-million in damages from the Passenger Rail Agency, following a court ruling that highlights the extent of his injuries.

The Star News
Zelda Venter|Updated

Court awards R6. 1 million to man injured after being pushed from train

A man who suffered brain injuries after being pushed from a moving train is set to receive R6. 1-million in damages from the Passenger Rail Agency, following a court ruling that highlights the extent of his injuries.

News Crime and Courts
Zelda Venter|Published

Creecy's rail revitalisation plan faces backlash from MK Party

The MK Party has firmly rejected Minister Barbara Creecy's Request for Information aimed at attracting private sector investment in South Africa's rail network, labelling it a deceptive strategy.

Cape Argus News
Siyabonga Sithole|Published

SA rail network revival: government and opposition deadlock over private sector role

The MK Party has strongly opposed Transport Minister Barbara Creecy's Request for Information aimed at attracting private sector investment in South Africa's struggling rail network. While the government seeks solutions to revitalise the declining freight rail system, the MK Party claims this is a move towards privatisation. Minister Creecy maintains that private investment is necessary to address the challenges facing the rail sector without selling off state assets

The Star News
Siyabonga Sithole|Published

SA rail network revival: government and opposition deadlock over private sector role

The MK Party has strongly opposed Transport Minister Barbara Creecy's Request for Information aimed at attracting private sector investment in South Africa's struggling rail network. While the government seeks solutions to revitalise the declining freight rail system, the MK Party claims this is a move towards privatisation. Minister Creecy maintains that private investment is necessary to address the challenges facing the rail sector without selling off state assets

News South Africa
Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Treasury proposed massive social grant increases alongside 2% VAT increase

Treasury documents released on Wednesday showed that a 2% VAT increase would have injected R58 billion into the fiscal, which Godongwana said would have been used to fund the immediate projects including the revitalisation of the public railway system for the benefit of the poor and working class, hiring and retaining teachers, doctors, front line workers and other public servants, while also capacitating the government’s early childhood development programmes

News Politics
Sihle Mlambo|Published

Isipingo ratepayers challenge eThekwini Municipality on service delivery failures

Isipingo residents express frustration over ongoing service delivery failures during a meeting with municipal officials, demanding urgent solutions to pressing issues.

News South Africa Kwazulu Natal
Zainul Dawood|Published

SONA: Freight industry demands faster reform implementation

South African freight and travel industry leaders respond to President Ramaphosa's SONA commitments on logistics reform, calling for accelerated implementation and concrete timelines for infrastructure improvements.

Business Report Economy
Banele Ginindza|Published

SONA: R375bn boost for Transnet and Prasa infrastructure development

President Cyril Ramaphosa announces R375 billion infrastructure investment plan to revitalise South Africa's transport sector, with significant funding allocated to Transnet and Prasa for port expansion and rail network improvements.

Business Report Economy
Banele Ginindza|Published

Prasa to run train service from Johannesburg to Durban

Rail agency working with policy to ensure safety of passengers on the train and at stations

The Post Community News
Yoshini Perumal|Published

Great anticipation for MK Party bash

Anticipation of new members that may have defected from other political parties.

Sunday Tribune News
Sibusiso Mboto|Published