Rea Vaya: Saftu calls for govt to protect transport industry

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Saftu urges government action against taxi industry intimidation, following disruption of Rea Vaya service in Johannesburg.

While City of Johannesburg MMC for Transport Kenny Kunene has been lauded by efforts behind the full resumption of the Rea Vaya bus service in Johannesburg and Soweto, the SA Federation of Trade Unions has called on the governments to address “intimidation and bullying by the taxi industry, against motorists and civilians”.

“Recently, taxi associations have escalated their actions, claiming exclusive rights to passenger transport and attempting to block lift clubs, scholar transport and even private passenger arrangements. “These groups interfered with passengers’ daily routes to pressure the Transport MMC, leading to a service suspension.

“Instead of working toward a cooperative and accessible public transport system, the taxi industry’s approach has made South Africa’s transport network less safe – more limited and contentious.

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