Gauteng is preparing for a major expansion of the Gautrain rapid rail network, with plans to extend services to more communities across Johannesburg, Tshwane, Ekurhuleni and the West Rand. The provincial government confirmed in February 2026 that the expansion process would resume this year, identifying Soweto, Mamelodi, Springs, Atteridgeville, Fourways and parts of the West Rand, with Sedibeng also forming part of the wider vision.
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Transport costs in South Africa are increasing as fuel prices spike sharply in April 2026, with Bolt confirming temporary fare adjustments that will affect both drivers and passengers. The changes follow one of the steepest fuel hikes in recent months, with petrol and diesel prices rising significantly.
Plans for a high-speed train between Johannesburg and Durban are back on track. The Department of Transport is inviting private investors to help develop faster, safer, and more efficient regional rail lines that will cut travel times, create jobs, and boost South Africa’s economy.
As South Africa marks Transport Month 2025, Gauteng, the nation’s economic and cultural heartbeat, is once again in motion. From busy Gautrain corridors to expanding highways and event-linked shuttles, transport continues to connect people, businesses, and opportunities across the province’s thriving tourism and events landscape.
Minibus taxis continue to dominate Gauteng’s transport network, carrying millions of commuters every day. However, a recent enforcement drive by the Gauteng Traffic Inspectorate (GTI) has revealed how widespread non-compliance remains within the industry. Authorities estimate that at least 35 taxi drivers are caught daily without valid licenses, exposing a serious gap in public transport safety and regulation.
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Expect increased stop-and-search operations on Gauteng roads in the coming weeks. The Gauteng Transport Inspectorate is clamping down on lawlessness, unroadworthy vehicles, and unsafe public transport to improve road safety.