Benoni Taxi Association reconsiders its decision
Commuters in Etwatwa and Daveyton took to the streets on July 30 to voice their frustrations.
The Benoni Taxi Association (BTA) has withdrawn its proposal for collective touting in Etwatwa and Daveyton after commuters took to the streets on July 30 to voice their frustration.
Commuters said they were in favour of the existing touting service, which provides direct transportation from their homes to their destinations without requiring them to go via the taxi rank.
BTA chairperson Derrick Mntambo said they were issued with a memorandum where commuters detailed their grievances.
“A meeting was held at the Daveyton SAPS hall on August 2 where we agreed to halt the newly proposed collective touting,” said Mntambo.
Etwatwa residents blocked the intersection of Eiselen Street and Chris Hani Drive.
A resident, Zack Mncwango (54) expressed his concerns. “What is happening is inconsiderate. The taxi association isn’t considering that we are all struggling. This collective touting will cost commuters a lot of money and cause delays getting to and from work.”
EMPD and police officers monitored the situation closely.
The EMPD media liaison officer Ignatius Maphike said no injuries or arrests were reported.
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