Sindisiwe Chikunga said that the city’s by-laws contravened national laws
The Western Cape government has warned of route closures and the suspension of operating licences should the violence continue
The taxi industry is the backbone of South Africa’s public transport system. But its drivers, at the mercy of their bosses and government, are struggling to survive the new Covid-19 rules
Regulations for taxis have been relaxed over the last few days of the lockdown prompting criticism. Transport minister Fikile Mbalula however, has defended the decision
A new e-hailing service offers rides at a fraction of its rivals’ prices, and it’s cooking with gas
The everyday experiences of commuters and the taxi industry are being reflected in public spaces through murals, artworks and dance
Bus services such as MyCiTi, Putco, Rea Vaya, Gautrain bus service and Algoa Bus Company are among those whose services will be suspended
‘I realised I needed to keep quiet because, if I didn’t, I was going to die’
This tween book series, grounded in the South African reality, will stun its young readers with its relatability
Parents depend on often unroadworthy vehicles to get their children to school because provincial departments are not fulfilling their obligations
The smart card will benefit taxi drivers, commuters and owners – but previous attempts to introduce it were met with violent opposition.
I regretted getting in the front straight away, yet there I was: a sleepy white guy in over his head.
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Taxi service Uber is neither particularly big nor particularly mean. And it works.
Scores of commuters have been left stranded as thousands of taxi drivers march to the department of transport and community safety in Johannesburg.
Commuters are pleased following the launch of WiTaxi, which will see 1 500 taxis and 50 taxi ranks providing free internet access to passengers.
The National Taxi Alliance has called on the government to give the taxi industry a fuel subsidy.
Not only does it want more of them as drivers, it also regards them as serious business partners.