Sustainable transport systems are important for reducing inequality and unemployment because they can be used as a tool for accessing opportunities.
An efficient and affordable transport system is a crucial lever for access to basic human needs, socio-economic development and environmental sustainability.
Such transport systems should provide safe, inclusive, efficient, affordable and clean passenger and freight movement as we transition to an economy that aids our commitment to the Paris Agreement.
In South Africa, road is the third highest source of emissions after electricity and synthetic fuels and refining. Within transport, road emissions account for the lions share of emissions (97%) followed by domestic aviation, waterborne navigation and rail respectively.
The Presidential Climate Commission is collaborating with the Department of Transport to support their development of the Just Transition Plan for the sector, which is in progress. We will continue to engage social partners and stakeholders to advance the policy debate and discussions for inclusive and affordable low carbon mobility.
