Amy Fraser5 September 2024 | 14:53
Soccer fans score extra train services for Bafana Bafana vs. Uganda Afcon Qualifier
To alleviate traffic congestion, simplify parking, and enhance the overall experience for spectators, Prasa will operate dedicated train routes connecting major stations to Orlando Station.
Photo: Wikimedia Commons/Andrew Moore
John Perlman interviews Zipho Mlambo, Head of Marketing for the Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (Prasa).
Listen below.
The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (Prasa) has unveiled additional train services to accommodate fans attending the eagerly awaited Bafana Bafana vs. Uganda AFCON Qualifier match on 6 September 2024, at Orlando Stadium.
To alleviate traffic congestion, simplify parking, and enhance the overall experience for spectators, Prasa will operate dedicated train routes connecting major stations to Orlando Station.
The enhanced train services will cover the following routes:
- Park Station to Orlando Station
- Naledi Station to Orlando Station
- New Canada Station to Orlando Station
- Midway Station to Orlando Station
Round-trip tickets are priced at R14.50.
"It's our mandate to ensure that we move people in and around the areas where we operate, easily and safely."
- Zipho Mlambo, Head of Marketing – Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa
Scroll up to the audio player to listen to the interview.