Transport
Taxi violence: “It is like organised crime trying to take over the economy of the Western Cape”
Negotiations between rival taxi bodies deadlocked
News | 22 July 2021
When will the taxi violence end, asks Cape Town commuter desperate to get to work
The government must step in and stop the strike, otherwise we will lose our jobs, says store cashier
By Vincent Lali and Ashraf Hendricks
Brief | 21 July 2021
Winde vows to arrest “warlords and thugs” in the taxi industry
Sweeping measures announced as commuters remain stranded
News | 20 July 2021
Cape Town commuters terrorised by taxi war
82 people murdered this year and buses shot at
News | 19 July 2021
Transport department to shut down “problematic” ranks and routes if taxi violence continues
More people killed and several others injured this week in ongoing feud over taxi routes
Brief | 15 July 2021
“If you loot, you will meet the long arm of the law after we catch you” warn taxi operators
A convoy of taxis made its way through several townships in Kariega on Wednesday, urging people to refrain from looting
Brief | 14 July 2021
Taxi bosses surprise drivers with Covid-19 inspection
Association warns drivers to wear masks and sanitise, or face penalties from Monday
Brief | 2 July 2021
Commuters have deserted Metrorail
Another year at best before Cape Town Central line resumes service to Khayelitsha
By Tariro Washinyira and James Stent
News | 21 June 2021
Dispute between shareholders and board leaves commuters without bus service
Protesters block access to depot
News | 18 June 2021