The City of Johannesburg’s journey toward a smarter, more efficient transport system has reached an important milestone, with the successful completion of preparatory work for the inception phase of the Joburg Comprehensive Integrated Transport Plan (CITP).

Led by City’s Department of Transport, through the Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA), the project is now shifting gears into the next phase which will focus on Transport Indicators and Target Setting — a critical 12-month phase that will help define what a better transport system looks like for Johannesburg.

This next stage will focus on:

·       Reviewing best practices and global trends in transport planning;

·       Assessing the current state of Johannesburg’s transport system; and

·       Engaging stakeholders and communities to set clear, measurable targets for the future.

This phase will answer key questions like: How reliable should public transport be? How accessible should it be? And how do we measure real improvement? How efficient and reliable transport connect people to economic opportunities?

“Completing the preparatory work marks a strong foundation for what comes next,” said JDA Chief Executive Officer Themba Mathibe.

“We are now entering a phase where we define success — setting clear targets that will guide how Johannesburg moves, grows, and connects. This is where planning begins to translate into real impact for residents.”

The importance of this stage cannot be overstated. It will set the benchmarks that shape future investment decisions, infrastructure development, and service delivery across the city’s seven regions. These targets will ultimately guide how transport projects are prioritised and implemented — from buses and roads to safer pedestrian and cycling infrastructure.

Executive Director of Transport for the City of Johannesburg, Lutando Maboza, emphasised the significance of this milestone: “This stage is the backbone of the entire plan. By understanding where we are today and setting clear, realistic targets, we can build a transport system that truly responds to the needs of our communities — one that is efficient, inclusive, and future-ready.”

The City has already begun gathering key data and engaging stakeholders, creating the groundwork for deeper public participation in the months ahead. Residents, businesses, and transport users will have opportunities to contribute and help shape the future of mobility in Johannesburg.

As the project moves forward, the Joburg CITP continues to build a clear vision: a Johannesburg where mobility is easier, safer, and more accessible for everyone.

ISSUED BY THE CITY OF JOHANNEESBURG