The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) has confirmed that rail services will return to Mitchell’s Plain next week after a six-year suspension due to ongoing vandalism and infrastructure damage.

The agency says the Kapteinsklip Line will officially be open to commuters on Monday, restoring an affordable and reliable rail connection for thousands of daily commuters.

“This reopening marks the final phase in the full restoration of the Central Line, a critical public transport artery serving communities across the Western Cape. It is also expected to ease the congestion that has become an everyday experience across the broader public transport network.”

PRASA stressed that the limited service will connect four key stations only, which included Philippi, Lentegeur, Mitchell’s Plain, and Kapteinsklip.

“A shuttle will operate between Kapteinsklip and Philippi, with passengers travelling to or from Mitchell’s Plain transferring at Philippi in both directions.”