PTIU cracks down on illegal e-hailing operators

Department of Roads and Transport 2023/10/31 - 23:00



​By Botho Male 

The Department's Public Transport Inspectorate Unit (PTIU) impounded 21 vehicles on 24 October 2023 in Randburg, Johannesburg. The vehicles, which operated without valid operating licences, were used to provide e-hailing services and are registered to Bolt and Uber. 

The National Land Traffic Act 5 (2009, section 54 and 62) requires that a public transport operator be in possession of a valid operating licence, thus allowing them to transport commuters for a fee using South African roads.

Of the 21 vehicles, 11 were Bajaj Qute models. These are classified as compact quadricycles and are often used for intra-city or last mile transportation as a lower-cost ride option. The vehicles were escorted to an impound facility in Benoni. The drivers were charged with operating without a valid operating licence. The release of the vehicles is subject to the payment of pound fees and submission of supporting documentation. 

In combating crime and lawlessness, the PTIU carries out such interventions throughout the province. This is to ensure effective law enforcement and improved visibility in the public transport sector.

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