Authorities in the Eastern Cape impounded 32 taxis during a traffic operation in Mqanduli, responding to resident complaints about unroadworthy vehicles and permit violations. The municipal traffic team plans to continue such enforcement throughout the year.
On Saturday, traffic authorities from the King Sabatha Dalindyebo Municipality conducted an operation in Mqanduli, Eastern Cape, leading to the impoundment of at least 32 taxis. The action addressed concerns raised by local residents regarding road safety and compliance.
Inspectors discovered that several vehicles were unroadworthy and lacked necessary operating permits, prompting the seizures. This enforcement highlights ongoing efforts to regulate public transport in the region, where taxi services play a vital role in daily commuting.
Luyolo Quluba, the Chief Traffic Officer for the municipality, emphasized the commitment to regular checks. “We will be conducting these operations right through the year, visiting identified taxi ranks because they fall under municipal facilities,” Quluba stated.
Such initiatives aim to improve safety on roads frequented by minibus taxis, a common mode of transport in South Africa. By targeting non-compliant operators, authorities seek to reduce accidents and ensure fair competition among service providers. The operation underscores the municipality's proactive stance on traffic law enforcement amid community feedback.