Minister Madikizela and SANTACO condemn taxi related murders in the Western Cape

Minister Madikizela and SANTACO condemn taxi related murders in the Western Cape

Western Cape Minister of Transport and Public Works, Bonginkosi Madikizela and the leadership of the Western Cape Branch of the SA National Tax Council (SANTACO) strongly condemn the recent surge in taxi related murders and violence.

Following an incident this morning at the home of one of the leaders in the industry, the Minister and the leadership called for calm and the restoration of peace among all taxi operators and associations.

Minister Madikizela was scheduled to meet with transport officials and the leadership of SANTACO, CATA and Codeta this afternoon to address his concerns over escalating tensions and recent killings, but following this morning’s incident- and at the request of the industry, the Minister agreed to reschedule the meeting.

This morning’s attempt on the life of one of the key leaders in the industry was roundly condemned by all parties and is being investigated by the SAPS’ taxi violence unit. Minister Madikizela said that it…


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