Free State transport campaign puts road safety and youth skills in spotlight
The launch, held at the Interstate Bus Lines (IBL) depot in Hamilton on 14 October, featured a hybrid bus demonstration and a career exhibition designed to introduce learners to developments in transport technology and possible career paths. Mbalula said hybrid and electric buses could help reduce fuel consumption and emissions while improving energy efficiency. He added that the province needed to prepare young people for changes in the transport industry. Referring to his visit to Singapore, where he was exposed to modern public transport systems, Mbalula said the Free State should embrace innovation and ensure that young people understood emerging technologies.