​Rofhiwa Marubini 
Gauteng MEC for Roads and Transport, Jacob Mamabolo has emphasized the significance of changing mobility patterns in growing the province's economy. 
MEC Mamabolo was speaking at the launch of the provincial Smart Mobility 2030 Plan in Sandton.
"The plan we are bringing to the people of the province is about making mobility convenient. It is the blueprint of all the work we will be doing throughout the term to integrate public transport, build a smart transport infrastructure that leverages on available technology", said Mamabolo.
The plan is anchored around three strategic focus areas of infrastructure, operations and institutions. Another key objective of the plan is to position Gauteng as the freight and logistics hub through the establishment of an intelligent freight network.
"We should improve capacity, firstly to move freight back to rail, and to use technology to manage the movement of trucks to ports and back. This plan also highlights the need to build strong institutions that will support its implementation over the next 10 years", added Mamabolo. 
 The smart mobility plan also highlights the need for the provincial transport system to facilitate the efficient mobility of people, incorporating the mobility of goods and services.
The Department, working with all spheres of government, will use smart mobility to reduce traffic congestion, increase road safety, improve the  environment and make public transport more accessible and affordable.