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Gautrain cuts fares by 50% to help low-income commuters, boost ridership

David Ijaseun by David Ijaseun
May 9, 2025
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South Africa’s high-speed Gautrain service has announced a dramatic 50% reduction in fares for qualifying commuters in Gauteng, aiming to make transport more affordable and inclusive for thousands of residents.

The discount, part of a new government-backed initiative called KlevaMova, is available to scholars, students under 25, pensioners, individuals receiving disability grants through the South African Social Security Agency, and people living in households earning less than R350,000 a year.

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These discounted rates apply to weekly, monthly, and return trip tickets, but eligible applicants must complete a verification process and submit supporting documentation before approval.

Speaking at the launch, Gauteng MEC for Roads and Transport, Kedibone Diale-Tlabela, said the initiative was about removing barriers to access and easing the daily lives of ordinary South Africans. “KlevaMova is government’s way of opening up Gautrain to more people across different income groups,” she said. “This will reduce commuting stress and improve quality of life for many residents.”

In a further effort to make the service more affordable, Gautrain announced that station parking fees will be reduced to just R1 per day between April 1 and July 31, 2025. The offer is available to all passengers who use the train on the same day.

“We’re not just lowering fares. We’re making every part of the commute easier and cheaper,” added Diale-Tlabela, emphasizing the initiative’s role in encouraging greater use of the service.

The fare reductions come at a critical time for Gautrain, which has seen a sharp decline in passenger numbers in recent years. Ridership dropped from 13.9 million in the 2019/20 financial year to just 7.9 million in 2023/24. These figures fall far short of the 47.5 million annual passengers projected initially for this period, raising concerns about the long-term sustainability of the system.

Gautrain Management Agency (GMA) CEO, Tshepo Kgobe, acknowledged the challenge and the need for a shift in strategy. “The way people commute has changed. The 9-to-5 weekday model is gone,” he said. “We must meet people where they are — with more flexible pricing and services that fit new lifestyles.”

Kgobe noted that the GMA is reviewing fare policies and developing new products tailored to today’s hybrid work culture. He said the agency is considering dynamic pricing models and additional services that meet the evolving needs of its diverse passenger base.

Looking ahead, the GMA is also pursuing an ambitious expansion plan to increase the Gautrain’s reach from its current 80-kilometer network to a massive 230-kilometer planned extension, expected to cost around R120 billion, which will connect many previously underserved communities directly to key economic hubs such as Johannesburg, Sandton, and Pretoria.

“This is more than a rail project. It’s an opportunity to uplift communities and bridge mobility gaps,” said Kgobe.

As the Gautrain repositions itself for the future, initiatives like KlevaMova represent a broader shift in South Africa’s approach to public transportation — one focused on equity, affordability, and long-term resilience.

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