Freight logistics roadmap
The Fright Logistics Roadmap (FLR), approved by cabinet in December 2023, is being implemented by the National Logistics Crisis Committee (NLCC) with corridor-specific teams. The newly established Transnet Rail Infrastructure Management (TRIM) has published a Network Statement, introduced a slot process and deployed recovery teams. The Department of Transport’s PSP Unit has been established as…
read more >>Transnet board’s recovery plan
National Treasury has supported Transnet’s board recovery plan by issuing over R150bn in guarantees since 2023. These guarantees are tied to strict reform conditions, including private sector participation, asset disposals and the corporatisation of key infrastructure entities. The recovery plan focuses on tactical priorities such as volume recovery, equipment reliability, maintenance and asset quality. While…
read more >>Rail access: TRIM tariffs
Transnet has finalised its network access pricing methodology for 2024/25, introducing a two-part tariff structure based on train-kilometres and gross-tonne kilometres, with differentiated rates by commodity and corridor. The final Network Statement and approved tariffs were published in December 2024 after public consultation and ministerial approval. However, the proposed tariff increases for 2025/26 are significant…
read more >>Complete the rolling stock modernisation programme
The rolling stock modernisation programme represents a critical component of passenger rail recovery, centred on a R51bn contract for manufacturing 3,600 coaches (600 trains) to replace outdated trains and technnology. Reliable trains are vital for a safe and efficient passenger rail system. The plan is to improve reliability, cut delays and offer a safer, more…
read more >>Develop a roadmap for passenger rail including a strategy to manage devolution to capable local and regional authorities
Prasa’s centralised model has underperformed, prompting the 2022 National Rail Policy to support municipal devolution. Originally scheduled for completion by 2024, the strategy has been delayed continuously and no draft version exists.
read more >>Review and adjust regulations to remove barriers to low-cost housing development
South Africa’s housing development regulations span national, provincial and municipal levels, with legislation like the Spatial Planning and Land Use Management Act (SPLUMA) of 2013, National Building Regulations and various municipal by-laws. This creates a complex and lengthy planning and approval process, with building plans often taking up to a year before being approved and…
read more >>Integrated Energy Plan (IEP)
As a result of legal action brought by The Green Connection and SAFCEI against the President and the DMRE minister, government announced in the Gazette of April 2023 its decision to bring Section 6 of National Energy Act (NEA) into operation with effect from 1 April 2024. Section 6 requires the minister to publish an…
read more >>Redesign the First Home Finance subsidy to increase uptake
FLISP was rebranded to First Home Finance (FHF) in 2023, with subsidies ranging from R38,878 to R169,264, depending on household income. Until 2023, the subsidy had very limited uptake due to the fact that it could only be used to access mortgage finance from commercial banks. Subsequent reforms delinked the subsidy from mortgages. Some significant…
read more >>Introduce a demand-side rental subsidy for affordable housing
South Africa’s rental housing policy framework recognises the growing importance of rental accommodation due to urbanisation, insufficient ownership delivery and mortgage access difficulties. Current rental programmes include Community Residential Units (CRU) for households earning R1,500-R3,500 monthly, social housing for R5,500-R15,000 income brackets, and institutional rental accommodation. The rental housing sector faces significant challenges including inadequate…
read more >>Conduct an audit of under-utilised public properties in metros and secondary cities
South Africa faces a critical housing crisis while simultaneously holding vast public land portfolios that remain under-utilised. The public property audit reform is partially on track, with strong policy support via Operation Vulindlela II and the 2024 White Paper. Early implementation includes 31 property releases valued at R1.4bn, high developer interest and provincial progress (notably…
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