Minibus taxi operators urged to collect amended operating licenses
The Western Cape Provincial Regulatory Entity urges minibus taxi operators to collect the amended operating licenses.
PHOTO: SANTACOThe MEC for Mobility, Ricardo McKenzie, says more than half
of licenses have not been collected. He urged all minibus taxi operators who
have not collected the licenses to do so immediately as there is no cost
involved.
‘’This week, our Provincial Regulatory Entity (PRE)
officials are working overtime to assist minibus taxi operators who still need
to collect their revised operating licence conditions, as the ‘interim
agreement’ of the Mini-Bus Taxi Task Team (MBTTT) comes to an end on 29
February 2024.’’
The license helps to clarify the requirements for
transporting passengers safely and legally.
‘’Since December 2023, our officials have travelled across
the province, setting up a mobile office in local venues and minibus taxi ranks
to make it easier for operators to ensure that they have all their
documentation in order.’’
‘’The PRE conducted a review of its generic and
mode-specific operating licence conditions in October 2023 as part of the
ongoing work of the MBTTT to address challenges in the minibus taxi industry.
Following intensive stakeholder and industry consultation, the updated
conditions were published at the end of November 2023, helping to clarify the
requirements for transporting passengers safely and legally,’’ added Mackenzie.
The MEC thanked municipalities for engaging as transport
planning authorities. He also expressed gratitude to SANTACO-Western Cape for
embracing the process and providing valuable input on behalf of its regions,
associations, and members.
For assistance with licensing and regulatory issues, the
PRE can be contacted on 021 483 0240, enquiries.wcpre@westerncape.gov.za or in
person at the Vangate Shared Service Centre in Athlone.
Done By: Esobusi Mkangelwa
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