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Cape Town’s Dial-a-Ride realigned to build universal access

The service for people with disabilities was never designed as a permanent transport solution

  • Rob Quintas
4 min read
The City of Cape Town’s changes to its Dial-a-Ride service means people with disabilities won’t have transport to any other place than work during peak hours. Photo: File
CITY OF CAPE TOWN

Cutting mobility: Cape Town’s Dial-a-Ride ‘realignment’ false economy

Employment isn’t possible without movement, education requires reliable, safe transport and autonomy, dignity and safety are non-negotiables

  • Armand Bam
5 min read