Gauteng SANTACO regretful over recent taxi violence

The South African National Taxi Council (SANTACO) in Gauteng has expressed sadness over the recent wave of violence targeting the taxi industry, which has claimed lives in Mabopane, Hartebeespoort, Johannesburg, Sedibeng and Ekurhuleni.

SANTACO has reaffirmed its commitment to prioritizing the safety and well-being of its members.

SANTACO Secretary in Gauteng, Graham Fritz urges law enforcement agencies to take swift and decisive action to address the escalating crime in the taxi industry.

“The recent surge in violence against our members has reached an intolerable level and it is with deep concern that we urge law enforcement to increase patrols, launch thorough investigations and implement stronger measures to ensure the safety of all taxi operators and their passengers.

We urge all concerned citizens, members of the taxi industry, and law enforcement to stand united in the fight against crime and violence.”