MEC Diale-Tlabela successfully intervenes in resolving public transport issues in Ekurhuleni

Department of Roads and Transport 2024/03/14 - 23:00



Staff Writer

MEC Kedibone Diale-Tlabela together with the Gauteng Taxi Industry met on Thursday evening to resolve an impasse relating to Taxi services in Ekurhuleni. MEC Diale-Tlabela strongly condemned the actions of some operators who were alleged to have intimidated and assaulted commuters on Wednesday afternoon.

 This led to four members of the Taxi Associations being arrested and charged for assault and damage to property. 

Ten cars belonging to the suspects were also impounded. "We will not allow lawlessness in our public transport sector. 

Commuters have a right to choose any mode of transport they prefer without any fear of intimidation. The arrest and impoundment of the perpetrators should send a clear message to those who think they can do as they please in our province. I condemn in the strongest possible terms the continuous killings associated with the taxi industry," the MEC said. 

The MEC further indicated that the 6th administration has for the first time invited the taxi industry to participate through transformation in the bus operation as per the new contract. 

"The taxi Industry, a previously disadvantaged industry let alone not being subsidised and being the only black owned industry in South Africa should be devoid of conflict and disruption to realize their development and transformation, " Diale-Tlabela said.

Taxi services have since been restored.

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