Transport
Government allocates 70 million euros to sectors hit by fuel price surge
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The French government announced a 70 million euro support plan on Friday evening for road transporters, fishermen, and farmers hit by energy price hikes from the Middle East conflict. Valid for April and renewable monthly, it provides targeted sectoral aid without worsening the public deficit. Sector reactions are mixed.
South Africa's National Taxi Alliance has urged the government to mitigate the impact of impending fuel price hikes set for April 1, warning of inevitable taxi fare increases. The surge is linked to international oil prices and the rand's weakness, exacerbated by the US-Israel-Iran conflict. Commuters at Soweto's Bara taxi rank expressed fears over rising living costs.
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The South African Transport and Allied Workers Union (SATAWU) has vowed to fight the Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa's (PRASA) planned retrenchment of 500 workers. PRASA initiated Section 189 consultations due to financial strain, but the union insists job cuts must be a last resort. The cuts are set to impact the Long-Distance Passenger Transport division most severely.
India's Ministry of Railways has announced stricter train ticket cancellation rules, with no refunds for cancellations up to eight hours before departure. The changes align with revised reservation chart preparation timings and will be implemented by mid-April. Passengers can now change their boarding point up to 30 minutes before the train's departure from origin.
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Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi has announced plans for the Gautrain's expansion, with at least R120 billion invested to link underserved townships like Soweto to the rapid rail network. The project aims to provide faster, safer transport options amid historical spatial inequalities. Gautrain spokesperson Albie Modise highlighted benefits for commuters between areas like Jabulani and Midrand.
Kenyan car owners can dodge fraud and legal issues by following simple NTSA smart logbook tips. These cover secure storage, routine NTSA portal checks, and ID verification. The guidance appears in a recent explanatory article.
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After an assembly on March 19, 2026, truck drivers decided to suspend the planned strike but remain in a state of strike. They will meet with Minister Guilherme Boulos on March 25 in Brasília to discuss demands. The government issued an MP to reinforce the minimum freight rate.
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