3. Government is finalising plans to invest approximately R123 billion towards the replacement of the rolling stock fleet for Metrorail and Mainline Passenger Services. The investment will be for new rolling stock and the modernisation and upgrade of associated infrastructure such as depots, signaling and electrical works amongst others. The investment will create an estimated 65 000 jobs over an 18-year period, starting with 5 000 jobs at the commencement of the fleet renewal programme and general infrastructure upgrades. PRASA has developed a plan for the manufacturing of trains in South Africa, with a focus on under-developed and rural areas in order to reduce the influx of citizens into cities and urban areas, eradicate rural poverty and create jobs. This will contribute to job creation and beneficiation, which is in line with the New Growth Path and the economic transformation agenda.