Cape Town receives first electric MyCiTi bus ahead of 2027 fleet rollout

Cape Town has taken delivery of its first electric bus for the MyCiTi public transport network, marking the start of preparations for a broader rollout planned for 2027. The arrival signals the city's move towards electrifying its bus rapid transit system, though specific fleet numbers and procurement details were not disclosed in the 2oceansvibe News report.

Why it matters: The delivery establishes Cape Town as an early mover in South African transit electrification and sets a timeline for municipal bus tenders and charging infrastructure contracts ahead of the 2027 deployment. Operators and suppliers now have a three year window to position for what could become a template procurement for other South African metros.