President Ramaphosa notes progress in ending logistics crisis
28 March 2024
President Ramaphosa chaired the meeting of the National Logistics Crisis Committee (NLCC) on the 28th of March 2024 to receive an update on progress achieved since the establishment of the NLCC in June 2023, and discuss where challenges persist within freight logistics system.
In recent months, The Freight Logistics Roadmap has been approved by Cabinet, enabling urgent reforms in the freight logistics sector.
A crucial reform is the development of a Network Statement which sets out the process for rail operators to access the network. A draft statement has been finalised and released for public comment.
Transnet’s recovery plan is showing significant progress, with an additional 10 million tonnes (Mt) recovered against the pre-recovery trend.