Western Cape Mobility Minister Isaac Sileku has filed a notice of intent to extend the extraordinary measures closing mini bus-taxi routes and lanes along the Khayelitsha–Somerset West corridor for another 30 days.
The following routes are closed for 30 days from 17 September:
- 611 Khayelitsha – Somerset West
- 43 Lwandle – Khayelitsha
- M18 Mfuleni – Somerset West
- X19 Nomzamo – Mfuleni
- AA20 Khayelitsha – Somerset West CBD via Vergelegen Medical Clinic
- AA21 Khayelitsha – Sitari Village Mall
- R96 Khayelitsha – Somerset West via Somerset Mall
- R97 Khayelitsha – Waterstone Mall – Somerset West
- YEX63 Mfuleni – Somerset West
- YEX64 Mfuleni – Strand via Somerset West
“The decision to file a notice of intent extending the extraordinary measures is a proactive and precautionary step while dialogue continues. We will continue to closely monitor the situation and urge both associations to intensify their efforts to reach an agreement. Our collective aim remains to protect lives, promote safety, and stability in the public transport sector.”
The measures, first implemented to curb violence and unrest along these routes, have helped restore order and safeguard commuters.
“We have seen no further acts of violence or disruptions since these measures were first implemented. This period has created the necessary space for both associations to engage constructively in pursuit of lasting peace.”
The affected taxi associations, CATA and CODETA, have been given 24 hours to submit comments on the notice.
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