MMC for Roads and Transport in Tshwane, Tlangi Mogale Photo: Supplied
Gauteng transport operators can now apply for and track public transport operating licences digitally following the official launch of a new provincial system in Tshwane.
Premier Panyaza Lesufi, Roads and Transport MEC Kedibone Diale-Tlabela, and Roads and Transport MMC Tlangi Mogale launched the Gauteng Public Transport Regulatory Information System (GPTRIS) on Tuesday, October 6.
The platform fast-tracks the receipting, processing and issuing of public transport operating licences while addressing administrative delays and clearing existing backlogs.
“Our objective is to build a licensing system that is faster, more transparent and responsive, while ensuring that every application continues to be assessed against the applicable legislative and regulatory requirements,” said Diale-Tlabela.
Gauteng Premier Panyza Lesufi Photo: Supplied
e-Hailing focus
The system places a special focus on e-hailing services following their official recognition as legal public transport under the National Land Transport Amendment Act and Regulations in 2025.
“GPTRIS represents a significant step forward in how the department regulates public transport in Gauteng,” said Diale-Tlabela.
“We are using technology to simplify the operating licence process, reduce unnecessary administrative delays, and make services more accessible to operators.
“This functionality will greatly contribute to the elimination of long queues. It will further provide for an integrated payment facility for secure and immediate digital payment options, improve process automation and streamlined workflows to reduce processing times and the administrative burden associated with paper-based processes,” the MEC said.
MEC for Roads and Transport Kedibone Diale-Tlabela, Tshwane MMC for Roads and Transport Tlangi Mogale and Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi Photo: Supplied
Faster processing
The platform introduces electronic filing, integrated digital payments, real-time application tracking, and process automation.
Diale-Tlabela noted that the system enforces standard compliance checks to support adherence to legislative prescripts, including the 60-day turnaround time for submitted applications and the processing of over-the-counter applications.
Once fully implemented, self-service functionality will allow applicants to submit and track applications from any location, eliminating long queues. Improved record purification, including route details, aims to enhance data accuracy across the province.
“It is also testament to the department’s commitment to building a modern, efficient, transparent and accessible public transport regulatory environment,” she said.
“The department recognises that efficient operating licence administration is an important component of a well-regulated public transport system.”
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