As discussions continue to address the ongoing violence within the taxi industry, a taxi driver was shot and killed in Khayelitsha on Tuesday, 10 November 2026.

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The South African Police Service (SAPS) confirmed that the taxi driver was shot multiple times while offloading passengers in Pama Road, Site B, when his attackers opened the door of his vehicle and opened fire.

Police spokesperson Constable Ndakhe Gwala said the victim was declared dead at the scene, while three passengers were wounded during the attack.

“This office confirms that Lingelethu West police opened a case of murder and three counts of attempted murder, following a shooting at Pama Road, Site B on Tuesday.”

On Monday, Western Cape Mobility Minister Isaac Sileku conducted taxi rank oversight visits to several areas, including Khayelitsha. Deadly taxi-related violence has claimed the lives of at least 19 people since September.