Metrobus commuters protest new payment system! Some Metrobus commuters in Johannesburg’s CBD have raised concerns and launched a protest over a new distance-based ticketing system set to take effect from Tuesday.
The system now requires passengers to pay according to the kilometres they travel, a shift from the previous flat-rate payment model.
New Tap-In, Tap-Out Process
Under the new system, commuters must tap their cards when boarding and again when disembarking, which calculates the exact distance travelled. Many passengers are unhappy with this change, fearing it will lead to higher daily travel costs.
Metrobus commuters
Commuter Frustrations and Service Concerns
Frustrated commuters argue that the new process could effectively mean paying twice for a single day’s commute, especially for those who change buses.
Some also voiced dissatisfaction with Metrobus’s reliability, saying the service already struggles to meet expectations.
Metrobus Responds
In response, Metrobus acknowledged that a small number of commuters had voiced complaints but stated that the change was necessary to curb what it described as “free travel.”
The company also confirmed that a majority of passengers have begun registering for the new system, signaling a gradual shift to the updated fare model.
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