A Transnet freight locomotive pictured beneath a bridge in Dinwiddie after a fire was brought under control by Ekurhuleni firefighters. Photo: Supplied On 12 November 2025, firefighters from the City ...

South Africa's state rail company Transnet on Friday invited bids from the private sector to operate sections of its freight network, seeking a cash injection to improve the service. April 1 (Reuters) ...

The South African rail sector is positioning itself for a major transformation, with industry leaders, policymakers and ...

Private companies will soon be allowed to run freight services on the state-owned Transnet network. Transport Minister Barbara Creecy announced that 11 out of 25 applicants have been approved to move ...

South Africa’s government shortlisted 11 private companies to operate on the nation’s freight-rail network and help tackle logistics bottlenecks that have weighed on economic growth. The companies ...