#FirstThingFirst - Some Soweto/Joburg Commuters Left Stranded

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Gauteng Transport MEC Kedibone Diale-Tlabela has urged commuters who rely on taxis belonging to the NANDUWE and WATA taxi associations to make alternative transport arrangements. This, as her office moves to close taxi ranks and routes belonging to the two rival associations after a recent resurgence of violence between them which also threatens the safety of passengers and residents. The team discussed the challenges this move by the MEC provide, with listeners sharing their thoughts and experiences with taxi associations and taxi industry in general.
8 Apr 2024 11PM English South Africa Entertainment News

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