The taxi industry has recently partnered with relevant Western Cape business stakeholders through a major public transport initiative that is set to be beneficial to both taxis and their passengers, Cape {town} Etc reports.
The Western Cape taxi industry has partnered with local businesses in a new initiative to improve public transport for both operators and passengers,and SANTACO , the initiative includes a new Taxi Cluster focused on industry self-regulation and cost reductions for eligible taxi owners.
The Taxi Cluster aims to solve key issues in the industry, such as road safety and legal compliance, and introduces a crime-reporting feature through a mobile app for drivers. The initiative also involves partnerships with Vodacom, MTN, Standard Bank, and others to bring benefits like affordable vehicle financing and tracking systems.
Derryn Brigg, deputy president of the Cape Chamber, described the initiative as a ‘breakthrough, self-sustainable model,’ highlighting its potential to boost profitability by tracking driver behaviour and reducing costs for loans, insurance, and maintenance. Mandla Hermanus, SANTACO Western Cape’s provincial secretary, called the Cluster a ‘game-changer’ for public transport, as it allows branding and tracking of taxis. ‘This ensures commuters are riding in legitimate taxis and improves driver behavior, which enhances community safety,’ he said.
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