WORLDWIDE TAXI FOCUS from South Africa
CAPE TOWN DRIVER FINED FOR TRANSPORTING CHILDREN IN TRAILER
Cape Town taxi association, Codeta, has imposed a R10,000 fine (£400) on one of its drivers after a video surfaced online showing him transporting school- children in a trailer. The incident, which was filmed in Wellington, sparked outrage as it showed a minibus pulling a trailer packed with young learners. The driver was arrested for reckless and negligent driving, endangering the lives of his passengers. “He dragged the organisation’s name through the mud. At Codeta, we had to act, and we followed our processes. He was fined R10,000,” explained Makhosandile Tumana, Codeta’s public relations officer. He emphasised Codeta’s commitment to road safety, stating: “We hope we never see such behaviour again.” The fine and internal disciplinary action have been welcomed by parents. One parent expressed concern about the dangers of school transport, stating: “Some of these drivers are evil and only care about money. They must put our children’s safety first.” The Western Cape Government has urged parents to take a proactive role in ensuring their children’s transport is safe and legal. "”We are committed to enforcing road safety laws and protecting all road users - especially young learners travelling to and from school,” said Western Cape MEC for Mobility, Isaac Sileku. Parents also expressed concern about drivers misleading them. “When the drivers come to fetch our kids, the vehicle looks empty. We only realise later, through viral videos, that our kids were packed like sardines. These drivers must face punishment,” a parent said.
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GAUTENG TAXI ASSOCIATIONS DECLARE CEASEFIRE AFTER 59 LIVES LOST
In a significant dev- elopment aimed at curbing escalating violence
within
Gauteng province’s taxi industry,
key
associations have agreed to
an
immediate ceasefire and committed to mediation, following a series of deadly clashes that have claimed at least 59 lives this year. The truce, facilitated by the Gauteng Department of Roads and Transport, comes after mounting pressure from government officials and community leaders. The protracted conflict, primarily between the WATA and NANDUWE, over lucrative routes, has plunged the region into a state of fear and instability. The month of March alone saw a staggering 30 deaths, highlighting the severity of the crisis. Gauteng MEC for Transport Kedibone Diale-Tlabela, who led a prayer service and march against taxi violence in Dube, Soweto, issued a stern warning, threatening to shut down taxi ranks for six months if the violence persisted. Her intervention, alongside collaborative efforts from the Gauteng NTA and South African NTC, culminated in the crucial agreement. Key resolutions from the engagement include an immediate cessation of hostilities and a commitment to dialogue among the affected taxi associations. A dedicated conflict resolution committee, under the supervision of the MEC, will be established to address disputes, particularly over contested routes, ensuring transparency and accountability. “This agreement marks a turning point in Gauteng’s fight against taxi violence,” stated Bandile Masuku, Chairperson of the portfolio committee on community safety. “We urge taxi associations to honour the ceasefire and engage in good faith, commuters and communities to report threats to law enforcement, and all stakeholders to work collectively toward a safer, conflict-free transport sector.” The Gauteng legislature’s community safety and transport committees have pledged to “closely monitor the implementation of the resolutions, hold government and the taxi industry accountable for delivering lasting peace and conduct follow up engagements to assess progress.”
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