Gautrain back on its tracks during off-peak times

Gautrain management says the train service will be available every 30 minutes on the north, south, and east-west lines.

Off-peak times are between 9 am and 3pm.

This services was suspended on Monday, on the first day of the wage strike by workers of  the National Union Metalworkers of South Africa (Numsa).

 Gautrain spokesperson Kasagee Nayager says during the morning and afternoon peak times, the trains are using the same schedule as on Monday.

"Trains will operate at 15 minutes interval at morning and afternoon peak. The buses are unaffected by the strike and will continue to operate on schedule," says Nayager.

Numsa workers will be entering their second day of the strike over a wage dispute with Bombela Operating Company.

The company is proposing a 4.1% wage increase, while Numsa demands an 8% wage increase.

Both Gautrain and Numsa have indicated that they are open to further talks.

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