19 people arrested for Giyani-Malamulele taxi Violence

Police in Limpopo have arrested 19 male suspects who are believed to be linked to ongoing taxi-related violence between rival taxi associations operating the Giyani-Malamulele route.

The feud, which began in October 2025 and continued into December 2025, resulted in eight cases being registered, including intimidation, robbery and assault. Four incidents were reported in October, and an additional four in December.

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“To curb the escalating violence, the Provincial Taxi Violence Task Team, working jointly with Giyani Detectives, was activated under the leadership of the Deputy Provincial Commissioner for Crime Detection, Major General Samuel Manala,” said SAPS Limpopo spokesperson Brigadier Hlulani Mashaba.

“The Police also confiscated two patrol vehicles belonging to one of the associations as part of ongoing investigations.”

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Provincial Commissioner of Police in Limpopo, Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe, has also strongly condemned the continued violence, emphasising that criminal behaviour within the transport sector will not be allowed.

 “Lawlessness will never be tolerated, regardless of who is involved. We will deal decisively with anyone who engages in acts of violence, especially during this festive season when our communities rely heavily on public transport,” said Lieutenant General Hadebe.

All suspects are currently in police custody and will appear before Giyani Magistrate’s Court on Friday, 12 December 2025, facing several charges linked to the ongoing conflict.