The EFF in the Cape Metro has come out in support of an ongoing taxi protest, sparked by a permit dispute between the City of Cape Town and taxi operators, and is calling for the immediate release of all impounded taxis. | Lisaleesolomon1
While the party condemned the violent nature of the protest, it advised drivers, in a statement, to protest in the city centre and Ndabeni, where the impounded taxis are being held. On social media, City of Cape Town mayco member for safety and security JP Smith said the City would not be intimidated by 'taxi terrorists'. He also said:"If you know someone that knows someone that knows one of the illegal taxi operators, please get this message to them.
"JP Smith took to social media, characterising taxi drivers and operators as 'taxi-terrorists' who are operating like mafia style. The utterances that have been made by him could result in a major social crisis that would threaten the lives and livelihood of commuters who rely on public transportation. Taxi violence could especially threaten the lives and livelihood of the working class, particularly the poor," the party added.
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