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Minister Creecy to headline Smarter Mobility Africa summit during October Transport Month

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The Smarter Mobility Africa summit announces that the Minister of Transport for South Africa, Hon. Barbara Creecy, will be attending and officially opening the event. Her presence will undoubtedly elevate the summit’s significance as a platform for driving innovation and sustainable mobility solutions in Africa.

This year’s summit will connect innovators, industry leaders, key buyers, and decision-makers from across the continent to fast track improving how we move people and goods to Embrace the New Urban Era in Africa.

The summit will showcase the latest in Green Fleets, Expanding Public Transport, Rail, Active Mobility & Universal Access essential to driving economic growth, creating jobs, enhancing equality, protecting the environment, and improving public health.

Stakeholders from across the transport sector have the opportunity to join Smarter Mobility Africa summit and its Hosting Partners the Gauteng Provincial Department of Roads and Transport, Transport Authority of Gauteng, and g-FleeT, for an impactful Opening Ceremony that will also feature the Premier of Gauteng, Panyaza Lesufi, and the Gauteng MEC for Roads and Transport, MEC Kedibone, Diale-Tlabela.

Key organisations showcasing solutions, ideas, and visions for improving how we move people and goods including VISA, Gautrain, Circular Energy, GIZ, Uber, inDrive, Industrial Development Corporation, Gibela, City of Johannesburg, and Johannesburg Road Agency. Their support and expertise will contribute to a dynamic and informative event.

Key highlights of the summit:

  • Ministerial Address: Hear from Hon. Barbara Creecy, Minister of Transport for South Africa on the Government’s vision for improving how we move people and goods in South Africa.
  • Green Fleets Stage: A ‘How To Guide’ for Fleet Managers going electric.
  • Expanding Public Transport Stage, sponsored by Visa: Strategies for improving public transportation networks, accessibility, and affordability.
  • Rail Stage sponsored by Gibela Rail Transport Consortium: Role of rail in embracing the new urban era, high speed rail, industry demand, and manufacturing.
  • Mobility Investment Project Pitches: 35 projects, 18 countries, over $1-bn!
  • Gauteng Mobility Investment Projects: Get access to the Gauteng Provinces latest mobility projects.

Additional events and initiatives at Smarter Mobility Africa summit

Wednesday 2 October:
Thursday 3 October:
  • Women in Mobility sponsored by inDrive: A dedicated session for female mobility professionals. Apply to attend
Friday 4 October:
  • Technical Workshops & Training: Enhance your knowledge with expert-led workshops on Electric Vehicles, Fleet Management, & Trust. Book your seat now
  • Site Visit to Gibela Rail Manufacturing Plant: Get a firsthand look at the cutting-edge manufacturing processes & technologies in Africa. Book your seat today

Join Africa’s most impactful smarter mobility event as to work together to Embrace the New Urban Era.

For more information and to register for the Smarter Mobility Africa summit, please visit https://wearevuka.com/mobility/sma-summit/tickets/

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