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My chaotic train journey from Johannesburg to Durban
“It is obvious PRASA was not prepared for this journey” says frustrated commuter after long-distance train breaks down several times
News | 5 March 2025
PRASA and City rail agreement finally gets going
But Zackie Achmat criticises plan for lacking firm targets, commitments, and timelines
News | 26 February 2025
Nyanga and Khayelitsha train services suspended because of fire
Metrorail says services should be restored in two days
Brief | 11 February 2025
Makhubele decision shows the best and the worst of South Africa
Judicial Conduct Tribunal finding against the judge shows the vital role of activists in holding public officials accountable
GroundView | 15 January 2025
Riding Cape Town’s Southern Line
Metrorail has improved from its worst days but some problems still need to be fixed
News | 20 December 2024
PRASA finally signs rail deal with City of Cape Town
The Service Level Plan gives the City oversight over annual performance plans, station revitalisation, and the introduction of more train sets
News | 12 December 2024
Twelve years and counting: Rail theft case to continue after court victory for state
Case involving top PRASA official and theft of 42km of railway line has stalled for at least 21 months
News | 9 December 2024
Stones thrown at trains in Cape Town
Metrorail says 16 trains have been taken out of service for repairs
News | 31 October 2024
Rail: a Masterplan will only be ready by next year, says Ramaphosa
City of Cape Town expresses disappointment at the slow pace of change
News | 30 October 2024