South African Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Experiences: What Can We Learn?

Presentations November 26, 2019 Urban Transport & Mobility 2019 Annual Meeting South Africa

Edward Beukes

South African Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Experiences: What Can We Learn?

Presented by Edward Beukes, World Bank Urban Transport Specialist, on November 26, 2019 at SSATP's Annual General Meeting in Victoria Falls, this presentation provides an overview of the main takeaways of the South African Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Experience. It sheds light on South Africa's: (i) BRT implementation approach, (ii) costs to date, (iii) performance in operational cities, (iv) creation of vehicle operating companies, and (v) evolution towards paratransit reform. 

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