Media Releases

MyCiTi travelling app a part of everyday life for commuters

2020-10-15

The MyCiTi users have embraced the MyCiTi travelling app since its launch. It has only been a year since MyCiTi introduced the official travelling app and already it has been downloaded more than 32 000 times. The app has been used more than one million times and an average of 8 000 passengers use the app on a daily basis, enjoying this quick and convenient way to access service information. User data reveals that the app’s journey planner function has been used over 500 000 times and that more than 1 500 messages were sent to the Transport Information Centre via the app for quick responses.

Alert level 3 changes for MyCiTi passengers

2020-07-16

National government has introduced changes to the regulations for Alert Level 3 of the national lockdown in an effort to limit the spread of Covid-19.

New stops - 27 June 2020

2020-06-25

On 27 June, we’re introducing new stops in Atlantis, Hout Bay and along Koeberg Road in response to requests from passengers. These changes make it easier to connect with MyCiTi services and the use of temporary stops allows for new locations to be tested before we build permanent stops.

Commuters to suffer after MyCiTi buses, station set alight

2020-06-21

This weekend marks one of the worst in the 10-year history of the MyCiTi service with violent attacks on assets and infrastructure in the Milnerton and Dunoon areas.

Omuramba station closed for now

2020-06-21

The Omuramba station is closed after a MyCiTi bus was set on fire outside the station on Saturday night. No passengers were harmed but the station will not be in use until the damage can be assessed.

MyCiTi fares cheaper come 1 July 2020

2020-06-16

The fares for the MyCiTi bus service will be more affordable as from Wednesday 1 July 2020.

Surprise visit confirms MyCiTi bus service adheres to COVID-19 health and safety protocols

2020-06-08

The Executive Mayor Dan Plato was joined by Alderman Felicity Purchase, the Mayoral Committee Member for Transport, on a site visit to the MyCiTi station in Adderley Street. The purpose of the inspection was to check that the service is operating under COVID-19 hygiene and social distancing protocols.

Normal services to resume from 1 June 2020

2020-05-31

MyCiTi will resume normal services from 1 June. All routes and stations will operate except for Airport, Neptune & Grey stations. Some kiosks will also stay closed. If you travel, wear a mask and follow the advice to protect yourself and others

MyCiTi marks 10 years of service

2020-05-29

On 29 May 2020, MyCiTi celebrates a significant milestone – 10 years of service to the people of Cape Town, offering a new standard of quality, reliable and affordable public transport.

MyCiTi services suspended on some routes

2020-05-21

Some MyCiTi services will not operate on Friday, 22 May 2020. This is to allow for the deep cleaning of buses and facilities after staff members from one of MyCiTi’s vehicle operating companies tested positive for Covid-19.