In 2024, 1 334 criminal incidents occurred on the pit-to-port line connecting Ermelo and Richards Bay.
South Africa is at the dawn of a new era as the rail network opens up to third-party operators, says the RFA.
It will provide a transport corridor to neighbouring countries, including Rwanda, Burundi, the DRC, and Uganda.
Compliance with the law and fair labour practices is streamlined through the use of high-tech workforce management tools.
But cargo processing remains suspended because protesters are blocking entry into Mozambique.
Lourenço described his visit to SA as a "relevant moment" in bilateral relations, noting the need for frequent discussions on key issues.
The project will upgrade key road infrastructure in the southern regions of Atsimo Andrefana and Menabe.
“Even if there was movement it will be a pointless exercise because nothing is allowed to enter the port.”
Without the road freight route to the Port of Maputo through the Lebombo border post, many South African mining companies face a bleak future.
The Department of Transport is also convening a meeting with truck and bus operators to tackle the high number of accidents on local roads.
The new law aims to improve road safety and traffic management systems.
But truck drivers say that their planned roadblock at the country’s borders will go ahead.
