The Gauteng Department of Roads and Transport and the leadership of the provincial taxi industry have reached an agreement to resolve key challenges in the sector.
The agreement will also ensure uninterrupted public transport services across the province.
Department MEC Kedibone Diale-Tlabela met with industry representatives on Thursday to discuss the issues including operating licences, regulatory compliance, commuter safety and sector stability.
“We welcome the spirit of cooperation demonstrated today. We remain committed to resolving all outstanding matters through constructive engagement in the best interests of commuters and the people of Gauteng.
“Uninterrupted public transport is critical to our economy and to the lives of our residents. Every commuter has the right to travel safely, freely, and without fear. We will continue working closely with the taxi industry to build a system that is safe, reliable, affordable, and compliant with the law,” Diale-Tlabela said.
Key agreements include:
• Ongoing structured engagements with regular progress reviews
• Accelerated resolution of operating licence issuance, including verification and inheritance matters.
• Joint interventions to address commuter safety concerns, including allegations of intimidation and harassment.
“The provincial government and taxi leadership have recommitted to accountability and collaboration as we tackle the challenges facing the sector. Our shared goal is a safe, reliable, and accessible public transport system for all.
“The department is also strengthening direct engagement with operators to improve oversight and better understand sector challenges,” the MEC noted. – SAnews.gov.za
