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Local man relives taxi commuting ordeal #TaxiShutDown

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About 15 million South Africans make use of taxis on a daily basis: 70 % of these commuters are commuting to and from their place of work and or school. Transport Minister Fikile Mbalula has condemned the decision by SANTACO to operate taxis at 100 percent full capacity. Tony who is based in Johannesburg took to social media to air his terror as he boarded a taxi this morning on his way to work. Listen to his chat with Stacey and JSbu here. #TaxiShutDown
29 Jun 2020 English South Africa Society & Culture · Personal Journals

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