Affordable motoring a must for SA’s youth to fully participate in the economy

The importance of mobility, and the ability to commute easily, should never be underestimated as factors in assisting South African youth gain employment and take their ultimate places in a market-driven economy, says Datsun South Africa . With the focus this month on South Africa’s youth, it is important to consider their role in society and the challenges they face – and enabling mobility is a key factor in assisting them, says Des Fenner, General Manager of Datsun South Africa. “We live in a country where we are wrestling with the provision of integrated public transport systems. Part of this challenge is the long distances between places like city centres, tertiary education institutions, townships and suburbs. For many South Africans, this equates to lengthy commutes, requiring several changes of buses, taxis and trains.” “With commutes of four hours a day or more being common, the motor car is more than a convenience; it is a life-changing acquisition that provides opport...