Transport in South Africa

South Africa has a diverse and extensive transport system that includes road, rail, air, and maritime infrastructure. The country has one of the most developed road networks in Africa.

While many residents rely on informal minibus taxis for daily commuting, formal public transport systems, such as private bus systems, Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) routes, e-hailing license systems, and both underground and overland rail, have been implemented in major cities, to provide safer and better-regulated transit services.

Major airports in South Africa include Cape Town International in Cape Town, King Shaka International in Durban, and OR Tambo International in Joburg.

South Africa also features several major ports, including the advanced Port of Cape Town, Port of Durban (SA's busiest port), and the Port of Gqeberha.

Cape Town is regarded to have the best-run and best-maintained transport infrastructure. The city dedicates a significant portion of its annual budget to transport infrastructure investment, and continues to develop transit systems. Cape Town's Metrorail commuter rail system features modern trains, manufactured by Gibela. The city also has dedicated bike lanes, and a far-reaching, tap-to-pay BRT system (MyCiTi), which employs dedicated bus lanes on freeways and major roads.

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