Taxi violence: CATA and CODETA sign agreement to end route-related tensions

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This image is used for illustrative purposes onlyAlso read: At least 23 murders in 3 days in Cape TownThe 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 says 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 visited several areas, including Khayelitsha, to conduct taxi rank oversight in areas affected by ongoing taxi violence.

 

Rival taxi associations CATA and CODETA have announced they have reached an agreement to end recent route-related tensions.

 

The deal, signed on Tuesday, 24 June, follows several high-level discussions aimed at resolving disputes on key routes, including the Mfuleni–Somerset corridor.

 

The dispute has been marked by a series of deadly taxi shootings and murders, with tensions leading to disruptions at various ranks, including Somerset West.

 

READ: Taxi violence in Mfuleni leaves four dead, three injured

 

During a recent meeting of the Provincial Mini-Bus Taxi Task Team, the City called for calm.

 

SANTACO Western Cape says the agreement marks a step forward in building a safer and more reliable transport system.

 

The taxi umbrella body says both associations realised the necessity of ensuring commuter safety, operational clarity, and stability within the taxi industry.

 

“This agreement reflects the cooperation between CATA and CODETA in fostering a peaceful, safe, and reliable public transportation industry within the province, as well as their commitment to ensuring the safety of commuters.”

 

SANTACO Western Cape says the industry as a whole also sincerely apologises for any inconvenience caused during this time, and emphasised that all parties are committed to staying “proactive in addressing and resolving key issues collaboratively, working together to build a safer, more sustainable public transportation system for everyone.”

 

READ: Cape Town’s ongoing taxi violence leads to more bloodshed in Langa

Liesl Smit
Liesl Smit
Liesl is the Smile 90.4FM News Manager. She has been at Smile since 2016, with nearly 20 years experience in the radio industry, including reading news, field reporting and producing. In 2008 she won the Vodacom Journalist of the Year Award, Western Cape region. liesl@smile904.fm

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