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Leeto La Polokwane Bus service suspended amid taxi unrest

Municipal spokesperson Thipa Selala said operations have been suspended with immediate effect.

POLOKWANE – The City of Polokwane has temporarily suspended the Leeto La Polokwane Bus Service operations with immediate effect.

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Municipal spokesperson Thipa Selala said the decision was taken as a result of the current minibus taxi unrest that occurred on Friday (March 25) . 

“The City of Polokwane is committed to providing a safe, reliable, accessible and affordable Public Transport Service (PTS). In doing so, the Municipality prioritises the public interest as well as the safety and well-being of its stakeholders and assets,” he said.

Selala added that the municipality will provide an update once bus operations are restored. 

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