Launch of the Khayelitsha Express

National Transport Minister Jeff Radebe officially launches the luxurious Khayelitsha Express.

Making a difference! Commuters traveling between Khayelitsha and Cape Town will from now on be doing it in less than 40 minutes. Transport Month saw the recent launch of the Khayelitsha Express that sports a light blue colour and six carriages, each with a seating capacity of 50.

According to Metrorail officials, this service will cut the traveling time to Cape Town CBD by 30%. Residents from Khayelitsha, Mandalay and Heideveld will benefit directly from this service.

Attended by Head of Department, Mr Thami Manyathi and senior departmental officials, National Transport Minister Jeff Radebe officially launched the project at the Khayelitsha station recently. After the inauguration speeches, and colourful celebrations, officials were ushered by drum majorettes to embark on their first-class journey to Cape Town on the Khayelitsha Express!

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Chris Prins
Deputy Manager: Communication
Department of Transport and Public Works
Tel: 021 483 2132
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