Gautrain launches 50% fare cut for low-income riders

The initiative offers a 50% discount on Gautrain train fares for individuals living in households with a combined annual income of R350,000 or less. 

Eligible groups include students under 25, school learners, pensioners, and South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) disability grant recipients.

In a statement,  Gauteng MEC for Roads and Transport, Kedibone Diale-Tlabela, stated that affordable and accessible public transport is crucial for reducing the cost of living for many South Africans, as it significantly impacts household budgets and opportunities. 

"I am pleased to announce that the Gautrain train fares will now be more affordable, as a result of South Africa’s historical spatial planning, many people live far from work and opportunities and are faced with high transport costs."

"KlevaMova forms part of the government’s efforts to make the Gautrain more accessible to a large share of the population in Gauteng, attract a diverse range of passengers across income groups, and ensure that cost is not a barrier to accessing an efficient, safe, and convenient public transport service."

"To qualify for the discount, interested individuals must apply by submitting relevant documentation and are subject to an approval and verification process," she added.