Question NW2201 to the Minister of Transport
17 August 2017 - NW2201
Jooste, Ms K to ask the Minister of Transport
(a) How (i) does the Integrated National Transport Plan differ from the National Transport Master Plan and (ii) are the two integrated and (b) have all entities reporting to him been incorporated into the Integrated National Transport Plan?
Reply:
(a) (i) The Integrated National Transport Plan and the National Transport Master Plan are one and the same Plan. It is defined as the National Transport Master Plan 2050 (NATMAP).
(ii) Yes, It is one Integrated Plan across modes and spheres of Government.
(b) The Plan which was approved by Cabinet in 2016 incorporates inputs from the Department of Transport, Transport Public Entities, Provinces, Municipalities, other sector departments and the general South African public. The Plan seeks to reinforce the vision that transport is the heartbeat of the economy and the fabric of our country’s socio-economic development. It is aligned with key policy, legislation and planning frameworks recently developed. The NATMAP 2050, therefore, aims to achieve:
An integrated, smart and efficient transport system supporting a thriving economy that promotes sustainable economic growth, supports a healthier life style, provides safe and accessible mobility options, socially includes all communities and preserves the environment.