The City of Cape Town has partnered with VAST Networks to rollout free WiFi access for 10 MyCiTi buses across various routes as part of a pilot phase project.
According to a statement, MyCiTi bus commuters will now be able to connect to WiFi on-the-go and enjoy 50MB of free data per day.
"Our partnership with MyCiTi will deliver a fast and seamless WiFi infrastructure to commuters, both local and international," says Grant Marais, CEO of VAST Networks.
"WiFi connectivity is increasingly becoming part of our everyday lives; providing a reliable and safe way to connect to the Web will go a long way in enhancing commuters' travel time and is the next step in making Cape Town a truly smart city."
Executive mayor Patricia de Lille stated: "This is indeed an exciting time for the City of Cape Town as we take another innovative step towards becoming the digital capital of Africa. Internet access is also a key part of our strategies to build an opportunity city where we connect residents to resources and economic opportunities."
This initiative forms part of the city's efforts to improve the attractiveness of the public transport system and encourage residents to minimise the use of their cars.
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