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Treasury Grant Phase-Out Threatens MyCiTi Bus Network in Cape Town

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 1
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What happened

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National Treasury is phasing out the Public Transport Network Grant (PTNG) by 2027/28. The Treasury stated that the grant has underperformed nationally and that funding will be redirected toward passenger rail. The City of Cape Town says this phase-out threatens the sustainability and planned expansion of the MyCiTi bus network.

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Why it matters

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The PTNG was the primary funding source for the MyCiTi system, which has grown by 68% since 2021. Critics warn that underfunding could result in higher fares and fewer trips in townships like Khayelitsha and Mitchells Plain. The City of Cape Town is concerned that its core municipal service sustainability may be severely affected by the national government's decision.

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Who's involved

  • Cape TownMunicipal authority responsible for providing essential services to townships
  • Mitchells PlainTownship whose public transport services are threatened by grant phase-out
  • KhayelitshaTownship whose public transport services are threatened by grant phase-out
  • Barbara CreecyMinister of Transport overseeing public transport policy

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • Mitchells PlainSpeculative

    Might face increased transport costs for residents if fares rise due to reduced funding

  • KhayelitshaSpeculative

    Could see reduced public transport trips, affecting local demand and mobility

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