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Transport, the heartbeat of South Africa’s economic growth and social development! Tel: 012 309 3000. To report potholes, dial our hotline number: 086 176 2847
159 Struben Street, Pretoria
Joined July 2015
Minister of Transport B Creecy and Deputy Minister of Transport M.Hlengwa
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All Learner’s licenses, driving licenses, TEMPORARY driver’s licenses ,motor vehicle license discs, temporary permits, roadworthy certificates, PROFESSIONAL driving permits that expire during period that commenced from 26 March -31 May 2020 are deemed valid @MbalulaFikile
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Anyone with information on this vicious attack is requested to contact the RTMC on WhatsApp: 0832937989 or via email: ntacu@rtmc.co.za. Information will be treated with strict confidentiality. @MbalulaFikile @GovernmentZA @SAPoliceService
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The Department of Transport is pleased to introduce and welcome the newly appointed Minister of Transport, Honorable @BarbaraCreecy_ , as well as the Deputy Minister of Transport, Honorable @MkhulekoHlengwa.
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MINISTER OF TRANSPORT, Ms. SINDISIWE CHIKUNGA INSPECTS ROADS IN THE EASTERN CAPE. #fika_usaphila.#ArriveAlive
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The @DoTransport welcomes the appointment of @MbalulaFikile as the National Minister of Transport. We are looking forward working together with him in building a safe and reliable road transport infrastructure, that will grow our economy and connect our communities.
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WATCH: Minister @MbalulaFikile arriving at @PolokwaneInt for #ICAD2019. Minister Mbalula is happy to be part of this magnificent aviation event. @ATNSSA @OfficialSACAA @EsethuOnDuty @AyandaAllieP @Airports_ZA @icao @GovernmentZA @TransportLimCom @mbindwane @poppykhoza
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TRAFFIC OFFICER ARRESTED FOR BRIBERY. A 45-year old traffic officer will be spending the Easter long weekend behind bars after being arrested on R28 in Randfontein on allegation of bribery.
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WATCH: New train arriving in Cape Town Station. The @PresidencyZA @CyrilRamaphosa will officially launch these magnificent trains today @DrBladeNzimande @CityofCT @GovernmentZA @SAgovnews @CapeTownTrains @SindiChikunga @KhuselaS
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On the Deputy Minister's 66th Birthday, We would like to wish her a Happy Birthday 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
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#BREAKING_NEWS . Ten (10) licensing officials from @city_mogale, Roodepoort and Langlaagte have been arrested this morning by the #HAWKS supported by the National Anti-Corruption Unit following investigations into licensing of stolen vehicles. Woman police officer.
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Unroadworthy vehicles will not be allowed on our road said @MbalulaFikile talking to @SABCnews #Maphalle24 @EsethuOnDuty @GovernmentZA @TrafficRTMC @TransportLimCom @AyandaAllieP @RAF_SA @_ArriveAlive
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WATCH | Arrival of the Deputy Minister of Transport, Mr Hlengwa at Waterkloof for today’s occasion of The National Day of the Republic of Chile.
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During the lockdown period validity of, Learner’s license, driving license, motor vehicle license disk, temporary permit.professional driving permit.road worthy certificates shall be deemed to be valid and shall be extended for a grace period of 30 days after lockdown period
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BETTER TRANSPORT INFRASTRUCTURE TOGETHER . South Africa has reasons to celebrate, we have manufactured 214 trains locally, offering clean, safe, and affordable transport to South Africans. Our dreams for accessible public transport are becoming a reality right. #TS200
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May their soul Rest In Peace #Maphalle24 @MbalulaFikile @AyandaAllieP @rtia_aarto @TransportLimCom @_ArriveAlive @_ArriveAlive @RAF_SA @TrafficRTMC @OtpLimpopo @EsethuOnDuty @GovernmentZA
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Minister @MbalulaFikile is also here in full uniform to join the operation #LiveBeyondJuly #RoadSafety @SANRAL_za @mbindwane @GovernmentZA @TrafficRTMC @AyandaAllieP @RAF_SA @Newzroom405 @SABCnews
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CEO's of @DoTransport entities with Minister @MbalulaFikile @EsethuOnDuty @GovernmentZA @SANRAL_za @RAF_SA @rtia_aarto @OfficialSACAA @ATNSSA @PRASA_Group @AyandaAllieP @TrafficRTMC @Airports_ZA @CBRTA_ZA @Rail_Safety @SAMSAMARITIME
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Get the validity and progress of your driver's license card; to do this CLICK on the link:
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The new trains are ready to hit the tracks on the Pretoria to Mabopane line on Monday morning, 17th JANUARY 2022. @PRASA_Group @MbalulaFikile @metrorailgp
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BREAKING: All learners licences, driving licence cards, temporary driving licences and professional driving permits that expired from 26 March up to 31 Aug 2020 are extended to 31 Jan 2021 @MbalulaFikile @TrafficRTMC @SAPoliceService
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Congratulations and Best Wishes to the newly appointed Minister of Transport. @GovernmentZA @SindiChikunga
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Minister @MbalulaFikile will today handover 452 bicycles to learners from 10 schools in Vuwani. The #ShovaKalula Bicycle Programme is one of the @DoTransport interventions to deal with scholar transport challenges in the country. #FixingTransport. @GovernmentZA @AyandaAllieP
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WATCH: This is some of the infrastructure, cables and equipment stollen. They melt the copper cables and export it out of the country into Mozambique. @EsethuOnDuty @MbalulaFikile @MovingGauteng @GovernmentZA @PRASA_Group @SAPoliceService @Newzroom405 @SABCnews
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APPOINTMENT of NEW MINISTRY OF TRANSPORT SPOKESPERSON . Miss @Lwaphesheya_K Khoza is the new Ministry of Transport Spokesperson. @Dotransport wishes Miss Khoza well on the new role and trust that she will do well.
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Minister @MbalulaFikile will be on the road today. We want you to be safe and alive after this weekend. He will join our officers on the road in keeping you safe and holding those with worst behavior accountable. #RoadSafety #FixingTransport @TrafficRTMC @AyandaAllieP @mbindwane
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PICTURES | Transport Minister handing over the "Democracy Bus" to the Minister in the Presidency, Ms Ntshavheni. The bus is set to travel across the 9 provinces, engaging South Africans through various activations to showcase government’s accomplishments over the past 30 years.
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WATCH: This is the house of crime said @MbalulaFikile @GovernmentZA @SAPoliceService @eNCA @PRASA_Group @Newzroom405 @SABCnews @metrorailgp @_ArriveAlive @Powerfm987
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GOVERNMENT CELEBRATES 100 LOCALLY MANUFACTURED TRAINS . As we celebrate the 100th train set - we recognize the milestone as a giant leap towards affordable integrated public transport network. This is a massive testament to government’s ambitious rail policy plans. #TS100
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CREECY AND HLENGWA TO LAUNCH THE FESTIVE SEASON ROAD SAFETY CAMPAIGN. Members of the media are invited to the launch of the festive season road safety campaign by Minister Creecy and the Deputy Minister Hlengwa on Sunday the 1st of December 2024.
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Minister @MbalulaFikile will take a train ride this morning from Chris Hani Station In Khayelitsha to Langa Station sharing government plans to fix trains service in Cape Town #MbalulaInTrains @AyandaAllieP @GovernmentZA @PRASA_Group @CapeTownTrains @eNCA @SABCnews
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The taxi industry and owners have been granted another opportunity to receive their Covid-19 Taxi Relief Fund (TRF). The Fund was introduced in 2022 in order to provide relief for the taxi industry from the impact imposed by the Covid-19 pandemic on the taxi owners.
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This image circulating on social media is FAKE NEWS. Anyone that creates or spreads fake news about the Coronavirus #COVID19 is liable for prosecution. Verify the information before you share information #StayHomeSA @GovernmentZA @MbalulaFikile @SAPoliceService @HealthZA
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The Leralla to Germiston line forms part of the 18 corridors recovered to date by PRASA, and plans are underway to extend the services from Germiston to Johannesburg.
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A show of force and state of readiness for #FestiveSeason Launch . #LiveBeyondDezemba @MbalulaFikile @GovernmentZA @RAF_SA @TrafficRTMC @EsethuOnDuty
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THE POLOKWANE EASTERN RING-ROAD. This contract realigned the N1 at km 10.5 on section 27 to give preference to traffic wishing to travel on the Eastern Ring Road around Polokwane, instead of into CBD. Traffic to the Polokwane CBD will now be able to make use of the new ramps
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Motorists will no longer have to wait in long queues to renew their driver's licences, thanks to the new @TrafficRTMC system which saves them time. Visit - Centres operate Monday - Friday 8am – 9pm & Saturday - Sunday 9am – 9pm. @MbalulaFikile
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WATCH: Transport Minister Barbara Creecy doing a walk about at JHB Park station ahead of the big announcement for the SA vs. New Zealand Championship Test Match. Minister is joined by MEC @GPDRT_ , CEO of @TheGautrain, CEO @PRASA_Group .#RailXperience
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EXTENSION OF DRIVING LICENSES . All learners licenses, driving license cards, temporary driving license cards & professional driving permits that expired from 26 March 2020 to 31 December 2020 are deemed valid for a grace period ending 31 August 2021 @TrafficRTMC
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Media Alert!. MINISTER CREECY TO ADDRESS SMARTER MOBILITY AFRICA SUMMIT
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If you’re not at the Tsakani Stadium today then where are you? Come join us today as we officially launch the 2023/24 Road Safety Festive Season Campaign. #fika_usaphila
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Taxi driver with a learner’s license, car disk expired in 2018 caught red handed . When police stopped him, he ran away #StayHomeSA #CoronaVirusSA. @TrafficRTMC @SAPoliceService @GovernmentZA @SANTACONational @SA_Taxis @JoburgMPD
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WATCH: We are here to keep South Africa road user safe during this busy weekend. #LiveBeyondJuly #RoadSafety . @MbalulaFikile @GovernmentZA @TrafficRTMC @AyandaAllieP @Newzroom405 @mbindwane @_ArriveAlive @RAF_SA @SANRAL_za
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Minister @MbalulaFikile and Deputy Minister Magadzi arriving to meet Management and staff members of @Dotransport
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WATCH: Today we are showcasing an important partnership between Gautrain and Prasa Group and it's all about giving fans a great time. #RailXperience . @PRASA_Group
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Experience the beat of advancement with our new trains! Wave farewell to delays and embrace a more seamless travel experience. 🚝🚆#RhythmOfProgress #Siyasebenza
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Minister @MbalulaFikile has echoed calls for stronger policing action and for law enforcement to be doubled along the highway and connecting routes, saying: “The interdepartmental task team is making progress and should be given room to do its work @AyandaAllieP @EsethuOnDuty
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[WATCH] One scholar discussing the benefits of using a train as a means of transportation to get to school. SIDE NOTE: The Blue Train now has two couches reserved for school children. #RebuildingRail #stimelasabantu #BlueTrains
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OCTOBER TRANSPORT MONTH . 50 meters long bridge was built over the Sand River, which is also known as the Toloane River. #OTM2020 #FixingRoads @GovernmentZA @MbalulaFikile
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The rehabilitation process of the R21 to the O.R Tambo Int. Airport of about 14km is currently about 88% complete and the R21 road rehabilitation at 36%. #OperationValaZonke #Siyasebenza #30yearsofexcellence
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The @PRASA_Group has made great strides in refurbishing rail infrastructure, with 31 out of 40 lines now in service. We are currently at Nancefield to celebrate the reopening of the Nancefield to Johannesburg line. #RebuildingRail #StimelaSabantu #BlueTrain
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Minister of Transport - Mr Fikile Mbalula #CabinetAnnouncement @MbalulaFikile @RAF_SA @TrafficRTMC @Airports_ZA @ATNSSA @OfficialSACAA @SANRAL_za @Rail_Safety @SAMSAMARITIME @rtia_aarto @CBRTA_ZA @PRASA_Group
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We have locomotives that were bought for billions but there are nowhere to be found @MbalulaFikile.#FixingTransport #FixingPRASA.@metrorailgp @MovingGauteng @PRASA_Group
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Minister @MbalulaFikile arriving at @georgeairport for a briefing. Minister is received by MEC @WCGovTPW @MadikizelaBongz . #FixingTransport . @AyandaAllieP @mbindwane @EsethuOnDuty @RAF_SA @SANRAL_za @TrafficRTMC @GovernmentZA
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The officer, who is employed by the Randfontein local municipality, was operating a speed camera when he stopped officers who were on an undercover anti-corruption sting operation. He allegedly demanded a R200 bribe before he was arrested by a joint team of under-cover officers.
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Welcome @AyandaAllieP @EsethuHasane_ to @DoTransport @MbalulaFikile @RAF_SA @TrafficRTMC @OfficialSACAA @ATNSSA @rtia_aarto @PRASA_Group @Rail_Safety @SAMSAMARITIME @Airports_ZA @CBRTA_ZA.
TODAY, I welcomed @AyandaAllieP at the Transport Ministry - she will serve in the capacity of the Ministry Spokesperson. She comes with great media experience and she jokes that “I come from the other side”. She will be working closely with @EsethuHasane_ . Welcome to this side
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CURRENTLY UNDERWAY | Minister @BarbaraCreecy_ and Deputy Minister @MkhulekoHlengwa briefing the media to shed light on budget allocations and priority projects for the transport sector prior the Department’s budget vote for the 2024/25 financial year. #BudgetVote #budgetvote2024
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GROWING SOUTH AFRICA TOGETHER THROUGH TRANSPORT INFRASTRUCTURE . South Africans, our nation is not where it was 30 years ago. From a modest 7200km of national roads in 1998, we've expanded to an impressive 24,160km today. #Siyasebenza #NDP2030 #30YearsOfExcellence
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PUBLIC NOTICE!!!. The opening of Learner's Licence (LL) and Driving Licence (DL) tests slots are as follows:. The @CityTshwane will open their LL and DL test slots every Monday. The @CityofJoburgZA will open their LL and DL test slots every Tuesday. [Cont]
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DEADLINE FOR LICENCE RENEWALS FAST APPROACHING!! . Learners licenses, driving licence cards, temporary driving licences and professional driving licenses that expired from 26 March 20 to 31 Dec 20; deeming them valid for grace period ending 31 Aug 2021. #ProtectSouthAfrica
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A driver is arrested for driving a Taxi with false registration that does not correspond with car license disc #FixingTransport @MbalulaFikile @AyandaAllieP @GovernmentZA @rtia_aarto @_ArriveAlive @SANRAL_za @SANTACONational @mbindwane @SAgovnews @SAPoliceService
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On our #DoTBudgetVote2019 next week Tuesday, we will tell our story of how we have grown South Africa through transport. We will also share new bold plans to transform transport in South Africa @AyandaAllieP @MbalulaFikile @EsethuOnDuty @RAF_SA @TrafficRTMC @SANRAL_za
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WATCH: Minister @MbalulaFikile speaking to South Africans on how AARTO is designed to turn around this state of affairs. @MbalulaFikile @TrafficRTMC @RAF_SA @_ArriveAlive @mbindwane @SAgovnews @SANRAL_za @SABCnews @eNCA @GovernmentZA @rtia_aarto
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[WATCH] @MbalulaFikile Im very happy by your effort to support our police officers and they must do their job #ArriveAlive #FestiveSeason @AsktheChiefJMPD @JoburgMPD @EsethuOnDuty @TrafficRTMC @mbindwane
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South Africa has a road network of 750 000 km, with over 158 124 km of paved road network and 591 876 km of gravel road. This makes it the 10th longest road network and 18th longest paved network in the world!
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORT BUDGET VOTE. As of March this year, 256 stations are fully functional in cities across the country.
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WATCH: Minister cutting the ribbon. Moloto Road (R573) is a priority project for the government. #FixingTransport @MbalulaFikile @GPDRT_ @SANRAL_za @GovernmentZA
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Most people who contract #COVID_19 will only suffer mild illnesses and should recover from home. But how do you take care of yourself while recovering at home? @MbalulaFikile @GCISMedia @GovernmentZA @HealthZA @DrZweliMkhize @DIRCO_ZA
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Validity Period of Licences. #StayHomeSA #CoronaVirusSA. @MbalulaFikile @GovernmentZA @_ArriveAlive @TrafficRTMC
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President Zuma officially unveil OR Tambo bust #ORTambo100 #OTM2017 @PresidencyZA @ATNSSA @EMMInfo @GovernmentZA @Airports_ZA @OfficialSACAA
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We are cleaning and sanitizing taxis as required by the Regulations. #CoronaVirusSA #COVID19. @MbalulaFikile @GovernmentZA @TrafficRTMC @rtia_aarto
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FESTIVE SEASON ROAD SAFETY LAUNCH . |Road Safety •24/7 Waya-Waya|. We are also deploying stolen vehicle detector cars to arrest those who break the law @MbalulaFikile . #LiveBeyondDezemba #ArriveAlive @TrafficRTMC @GovernmentZA @EsethuOnDuty @RAF_SA @_ArriveAlive @rtia_aarto
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Our Congratulations and Best Wishes to our newly appointed Transport Minister Dr Blade Nzimande @GovernmentZA @SAgovnews @TrafficRTMC @RAF_SA @SANRAL_za @rtia_aarto @Rail_Safety @CBRTA_ZA @OfficialSACAA @SAMSAMARITIME @PRASA_Group
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I’m in the fixing mode and we are going to fix transport @MbalulaFikile . #FixingTransport . @EsethuOnDuty @AyandaAllieP @GovernmentZA @GPDRT_ @SABCnews @mbindwane @CityTshwane
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Please note that the POLICE are also running a #BlackFriday Special: Drive drunk or without your license and win free accommodation in a cell for the whole weekend! #FixingTransport @EsethuOnDuty @MbalulaFikile @mbindwane @TrafficRTMC @rtia_aarto @SAPoliceService
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Minster of Transport @DrBladeNzimande addressing the parade at the Easter Launch #ArriveAlive @RAF_SA @TrafficRTMC @_ArriveAlive @SANRAL_za @SANTACONational @eNCA @SABCnews @ANN7tv @GCISMedia @CBRTA_ZA @rtia_aarto @City_Ekurhuleni
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President notes progress made in enhancing the efficiency and competitiveness of Durban Port. President @CyrilRamaphosa. today led an oversight visit to the Port of Durban to assess progress made in enhancing the efficiency and competitiveness of the port.
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The @DoTransport wishes to thank @DrBladeNzimande for serving as Minister of Transport. We would also like to congratulate him for his appointment as the Minister of @HigherEduGovZA @GovernmentZA @SANRAL_za @RAF_SA @TrafficRTMC @PRASA_Group @OfficialSACAA @rtia_aarto
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Please follow the regulations of the Lockdown, It is a necessary precautionary measure to disrupt the spread of the COVID-19 Coronavirus. Working together we can limit the spread. Those contravening will face the full might of the law. @MbalulaFikile @SAPoliceService.
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Minister @MbalulaFikile briefing the media on COVID-19 lockdown regulations #StaySafe #CoronaVirusSA
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In his closing remarks at the ANC’s NEC Lekgotla earlier this year, President Ramaphosa conveyed a firm commitment for “the state to implement drastic measures to deal with individuals who are vandalising and destroying public infrastructuren. ”
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#ProtectSouthAfrica | Let us use Mandela Day to lend a helping hand in our national effort to #CleanUpSA and #RebuildSA from public violence. #MandelaDay2021
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Our third and last stop with Minister @MbalulaFikile is at Atteridgeville Community Hall. Minister is here to engage with community and sharing interventions we have made to fix buses in Tshwane. #FixingTransport. @GPDRT_ @EsethuOnDuty @CityTshwane
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VRRR-PHA: a headache on our roads a study by RTMC. Most vehicle models involved in fatal crashes with 16.7% of all fatal crashes during the study period involved are Volkswagen Polo, followed closely by Toyota Hilux and Toyota Quantum models with a recorded.
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@MbalulaFikile We are now in Station 19, We are monitoring the progress that has been made since the minister's last visit. We are a government at work .#ConnectingCoE .#FixingTransport @City_Ekurhuleni @AyandaAllieP @GovernmentZA @mbindwane @POWER987News @EsethuOnDuty
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How to track your licence card status:. *Login to the NaTIS system (. *Click on Licencing Information Summary, under Dashboard . *Check licence status : . Received by NaTIS means: the driving licence card has been received by the DLTC
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Road block underway on the N1, Modimolle offramp. Be cautious on the road and make sure your vehicle is roadworthy #FestiveSeason #WDR2018 #RoadSafety @SANRAL_za @DrBladeNzimande @SindiChikunga @RAF_SA @OtpLimpopo @TrafficRTMC @_ArriveAlive @SAgovnews @Phalaphala @THOBELA_FM
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Minister @MbalulaFikile will brief the media via a virtual briefing on COVID-19 lockdown regulations and directives related to transport. The details. Date: Saturday, 30 May 2020.Time: 14:00.Venue: Tshedimosetso House, GCIS Auditorium . @GovernmentZA @TrafficRTMC @PRASA_Group
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CLOSING REMARKS: . Minister of Transport, @MbalulaFikile speaks at the Engagement with stakeholders on National Rail Policy at PRASA Rhodesfield Station, Kempton Park. #RailPolicyEngagement #RailPolicy @Rail_Safety @PRASA_Group
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This project which stretches from Marebeng Road on the R36 near Soekmekaar in the Mopani District benefits 8 villages and showcases not only a labour intensive methods of road construction, but also the use of block paving on sections of the road #Sisonke_FixingRoads
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Minister @MbalulaFikile will today handover #ShovaKalula bicycles to learners in De Aar, Northern Cape. @DoTransport has distributed over 100 000 bicycles to learners throughout South Africa since the inception of the programme in 2001 @GovernmentZA @TrafficRTMC @rtia_aarto
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Good Morning South Africa. Minister @MbalulaFikile is in Soweto this morning to inspect the Rea-Vaya bus rapid transport measures put in place to protect passengers against the corona virus #StayHomeSA #CoronaVirusSA. @GCISMedia @GovernmentZA @CityPowerJhb @TrafficRTMC
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WATCH: Minister @DrBladeNzimande and Deputy Minister @SindiChikunga officially opening #MountEdgecombe interchange #OTM_SA2018 @SakinaKamwendo @MorningLiveSABC @TrafficRTMC @GCIS_KZN @kzngov @rtia_aarto @eThekwiniM @SANRAL_za
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The @City_Ekurhuleni’s Integrated Rapid Public Transport Network (IRPTN), compromising of public bus transport @HarambeeBRT, is progressing well to connect nine towns and 17 townships with an accessible and reliable public transport. #OTM2019 @mzwandileMasina @MbalulaFikile
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SOUTH AFRICA MANUFACTURERS ITS OWN TRAINS. Project trains over 2, 400 artisans, 1,500 engineering technicians, & nearly 200 professional engineers. 84% of the people employed are under 35 years. 62% of the executive management are black women. #TS200.
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Minister @MbalulaFikile conducting an assessment at @ortambo_int to inspect the state of readiness @Airports_ZA @OfficialSACAA @poppy_khoza_
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PUBLIC MEETING IN PRETORIA. Minister @MbalulaFikile will be in Pretoria tomorrow on issues concerning Public Transport . @CityTshwane @GPDRT_ @AyandaAllieP @mbindwane @_ArriveAlive @SANRAL_za @TrafficRTMC @EsethuOnDuty. #FixingTransport
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