MEC Mathye intervenes in Lebowakgomo – Zebediela taxi violence

Limpopo MEC for Transport and Community Safety, Violet Mathye, convened a meeting with taxi associations, including SANTACO, LNTA and other local taxi associations, to address the ongoing taxi violence in the Lebowakgomo and Zebediela areas.

The conflict between the Lebowakgomo Taxi Owners Association and the United Zebediela Taxi Association recently brought transportation to a standstill in the area.

The dispute over operational routes, including Zebediela, Lebowakgomo and Mphahlele, left commuters stranded.

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The meeting aimed to understand the root causes of the conflict and explore possible solutions to restore peace and stability in the industry.

“The taxi industry plays a crucial role in the province’s economy, and its peaceful operation is essential for the community. The conflicts must stop,” said MEC Mathye.

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Mathye’s intervention is a step towards resolving the conflict and ensuring a safer environment for both the taxi operators and the public.

By engaging with the taxi associations, the department says it hopes to find a lasting solution to the feuds and promote a stable and efficient transportation system.