The Johannesburg Roads Agency (JRA) is currently participating in the sixth annual Smarter Mobility Africa summit, taking place from 2 to 4 October at the Gallagher Convention Centre in Johannesburg as part of the City of Johannesburg’s Transport Month Calendar.
The JRA is using the opportunity to highlight its commitment to smart, sustainable and inclusive mobility solutions that contribute to economic growth, job creation and improved quality of life for residents of Johannesburg.
The summit will feature a range of discussions and presentations on the latest trends and innovations in smart mobility, with a particular focus on the role of technology in addressing the challenges of urbanisation and sustainable development in Africa. The JRA will be represented by its CEO, Zweli Nyathi, who will participate in a roundtable discussion on "Solutions for Preventing Road Crashes & Universally Accessible Streets".
Nyathi will share the JRA's approach to harnessing private sector partnerships in support of service delivery in Johannesburg. According to Nyathi, the JRA is committed to investing in infrastructure upgrades, implementing innovative technologies and promoting community-led initiatives to improve road safety and accessibility for all.
"We believe that smart mobility is essential for creating a more sustainable and equitable future for Johannesburg," said Nyathi. "By embracing technology and working together with our partners, we can build a city where everyone can move freely and safely."
The JRA seeks to mitigate key service delivery challenges through smart mobility solutions, and consequently the JRA will be using the Smarter Mobility Africa Summit to call on interested bidders to submit submissions for solutions on four focus areas:
The JRA's participation in the Smarter Mobility Africa summit is part of its broader commitment to digital transformation and innovation. The agency is working to streamline its processes, maximise its workforce potential and leverage data analytics to improve its services and better serve the needs of the community.
