Gauteng MEC for Roads and Transport, Kedibone Diale-Tlabela, has called on families of deceased public transport operators, including minibus and metered taxi operators, to come forward and apply for the transfer of valid operating licences to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
This call follows numerous attempts by the Department of Roads and Transport to reach out to clients and applicants to submit outstanding documentation or collect approved operating licences.
“The transfer of an operating licence is a statutory requirement that safeguards the integrity of the public transport regulatory system while protecting the rights of operators, commuters, and beneficiaries,” the department said on Monday.
To support applicants, the department has established a Public Transport Women’s Help Desk, a central hub for support, advocacy, information, and redress.
Located in central Johannesburg, the Help Desk provides step-by-step guidance throughout the application process.
The facility offers legal and compliance support aligned with sector legislation, access to training opportunities, business development resources, and assistance with reporting abuse.
It also assists in resolving disputes and challenges related to licence transfers, renewals, amendments, and rectifications.
The Public Transport Women’s Help Desk is situated at the corner of Village Main Road and Loveday Street in Wemmer (opposite JMPD offices, central Johannesburg) and can be contacted on (011) 355 7484 during office hours. -SAnews.gov.za
