Over 500 Taxis taken off Roads and Vehicles Impounded

Over 500 Taxis taken off Roads and Vehicles Impounded 

BY : CHANON LECODEY MERRICKS ONLINE EDITOR KASiBC_AFRiCA

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GTI operations lead to over 500 taxis taken off roads and vehicles impounded. 

Gauteng MEC for Roads and Transport Kedibone Diale-Tlabela has commended the work of the Gauteng Transport Inspectorate (GTI) for their unwavering dedication and professionalism in traffic law enforcement efforts, particularly in public transport sector. 

This comes after GTI officers, in collaboration with the Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC), conducted intensified law enforcement operations across the province, resulting in the impoundments and the discontinuation of over five hundred (500) minibus taxis in the month of April 2026.   

During the month, targeted enforcement operations were conducted across the province, focused on key public transport corridors identified as high-risk for non-compliance and road safety violations. 

These included those in the major metropolitan areas of Ekurhuleni, Johannesburg and Tshwane. Officers discontinued over five hundred (500) minibus taxis for being unroadworthy, while a further five hundred and seventy-three (573) vehicles were issued with discontinue notices pending compliance. Discontinuations were as a result of serious mechanical faults ranging from defective braking systems, worn tyres, non-functional headlights, faulty brake lights and indicators, as well as cracked windscreens. 

In addition, forty-four (44) private vehicles were impounded in the City of Ekurhuleni for failing to meet minimum road safety standards.  

GTI officers also issued infringement notices to non-compliant operators: 

• More than four thousand (4,000) manual infringement notices were issued; and

• A total of four thousand one hundred and sixty-one (4,161) electronic infringement notices were processed using the inspectorate’s advanced e-Force technology. Further violations uncovered during operations included: 

• Nine hundred and fifty-seven (957) minibus operators found operating without valid driving licences; and

 • Three hundred and eighty-seven (387) minibuses operating without valid licence discs. 

The operations also resulted in the arrest of fourteen (14) motorists for serious offences, including driving under the influence (DUI), bribery, obstruction of law enforcement officers, and damage to state property. 

Additionally, one individual was arrested for contravening with Immigration Act. The inspectorate’s operations form a critical part of the Provincial Government’s broader strategy to enhance law-enforcement visibility aimed at dealing with non-compliant practices, whilst also deterring would-be offenders against road infrastructure vandalism and theft. Remarking on the outcomes, MEC for Roads and Transport, Kedibone Diale-Tlabela, said “the discontinuation and impoundments of unsafe vehicles is not merely an enforcement measure; we see it as a necessary intervention to protect the lives of commuters and all road users”.  She added “these actions must serve as an indicator that criminal conduct and reckless behaviour on our roads will not go unpunished. 

Reckless drivers beware, you will be apprehended and face the full might of the law”. With a complement of ninety-six (96) officers deployed strategically across the province, the inspectorate will continue with its ongoing efforts to restore order, combat criminality, and improve compliance with road traffic legislation, particularly within the public transport sector. 

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High Alert for Level 8 Weather Warning

High Alert for Level 8 Weather Warning

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Western Cape Provincial Government on High Alert for Level 8 Weather Warning

The Western Cape Provincial Disaster Management Centre has placed the province on high alert following an Orange Level 8 warning for disruptive rainfall issued by the South African Weather Service (SAWS).

According to SAWS, an intense cut-off low pressure system is expected to affect the province from Tuesday afternoon (5 May), peaking on Wednesday (6 May), and continuing into Thursday (7 May).

The Garden Route District is expected to be the most severely affected, with rainfall totals of up to 150–200mm possible in parts of the region. High-intensity rainfall over short periods could lead to flash flooding, especially in low-lying and flood-prone areas. Areas that suffered from wildfires during the summer months are particularly vulnerable now, and heavy rain could result in mudslides.

In addition to heavy rain, the system is expected to bring:

Strong to gale-force winds

Very rough sea conditions, particularly between Cape Agulhas and Plettenberg Bay

Dangerous waves posing a risk to coastal infrastructure and public safety

Cold conditions, with possible snowfall over high-lying areas and mountain passes

The Provincial Disaster Management Centre, together with municipalities and emergency services, has activated monitoring and preparedness measures across affected districts. Dam and river levels are being monitored continuously, particularly where dams are already close to capacity.

Residents are urged to:

Avoid unnecessary travel during the peak of the weather event.

Stay away from rivers, streams and flooded roads.

Refrain from coastal and marine activities.

Secure loose items around homes that might become dislodged during strong winds.

Follow official warnings and updates from authorities.

Emergency services are on standby, and the province will continue to issue regular updates as conditions evolve. For emergencies, residents are advised to contact their local authorities.

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National Prosecuting Authority Action after SAPS probe into George Building Collapse

National Prosecuting Authority Action after SAPS probe into George Building Collapse

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Minister Dean Macpherson marks second anniversary of George building collapse, urges NPA to act

Public Works & Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson has urged the National Prosecuting Authority to take the necessary prosecutorial decisions following the completion of the SAPS investigation into the George building collapse.

This is as the Minister commemorates the second anniversary of the collapse, which claimed the lives of 34 people and injured 28 others.

He said the tragedy remains a painful reminder of the work still required to prevent similar disasters and strengthen accountability in the built environment.

As the Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure, Dean Macpherson, commemorates the second anniversary of the George building collapse, he said the tragedy remains a painful reminder of the work still required to prevent similar disasters from taking place in the future and urged law enforcement agencies to ensure that those responsible are held accountable.

On 6 May 2024, a five-storey apartment development in George collapsed, claiming the lives of 34 people and injuring 28 others in what was South Africa’s deadliest building collapse.

Since taking office two months after the building’s collapse, the Minister has met with the victims and their families in George to communicate the outcomes of an investigation into the engineer responsible for signing off on the building plans. The engineer was found guilty of five contraventions of the law and suspended. Furthermore, the Minister this year met with the

Minister of Human Settlements specifically to tighten building regulations to ensure that a similar building collapse is avoided.

The Minister said that, with SAPS having completed its investigation, the responsibility now rests with the National Prosecuting Authority to take a decision on criminal prosecution and, where warranted, bring charges against those responsible for the building collapse.

“Today, we remember every life lost, every family still grieving, and every survivor who continues to live with the consequences of this tragedy. The George building collapse remains one of the most painful construction disasters in our country’s recent history. It was a tragedy that should never have happened, and one that must never be allowed to happen again,”

Minister Macpherson said. “With SAPS having completed its investigation, the ball is now in the court of the National Prosecuting Authority to take the necessary prosecutorial decisions and, where warranted, bring those responsible to court for this avoidable tragedy. No one should be above the law.

Not an engineer, not a developer, not an official, and not any person whose actions or failures may have contributed to this disaster. Justice delayed only deepens the pain of families who have already waited too long for answers.”

The Minister said the Department of Public Works & Infrastructure will continue to provide its full cooperation to law enforcement agencies and counterpart departments to ensure justice for the victims and their families, and provide any further support that may still be required.

“On this second anniversary, we once again express our deepest condolences to the families of those who lost their lives. We stand with the survivors. We honour the rescue workers. And we renew our commitment to ensuring that justice is done, accountability is enforced, and that a tragedy like the George building collapse never happens again.”

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Gauteng Police Officers linked to 27 Rape Cases since 2024

Gauteng Police Officers linked to 27 Rape Cases since 2024

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Residents in danger as Gauteng police officers linked to 27 rape cases since 2024

Safety concerns are rising in Gauteng due to alarming reports of rape incidents involving law enforcement officers in the province. The Democratic Alliance (DA) calls for urgent accountability to address this crisis within the police service, restore trust in the badge, and protect all Gauteng residents.

According to the 2024/2025 Annual Report from the Independent Police Investigative Directorate (IPID), there were 27 recorded rape cases involving police officers in Gauteng. This figure alone raises serious concerns about accountability, oversight, and the safety of residents, particularly women, who are supposed to be protected by those in uniform.

In response to a DA question in the Gauteng Provincial Legislature (GPL), Premier Panyaza Lesufi accounted for only five of these cases involving SAPS members. No clear explanation has been provided for the remaining 22 cases, which reportedly involve metro and traffic police. The five reported rape cases involving SAPS members were recorded at Ratanda, Lyttleton, Dawn Park, Brakpan, and Meyerton police stations, with victims aged between 17 and 40.

The lack of transparency from Premier Lesufi raises serious concerns, erodes public confidence in law enforcement, and must be strongly criticised.

These rape incidents are not only criminal, but they also represent a gross betrayal of public trust. Police officers take an oath to serve and protect. It is both heinous and unimaginable that an officer would abuse their authority to lure a victim into a police station office and commit sexual assault, as allegedly occurred at Meyerton SAPS.

Furthermore, these criminal acts committed by police officers have a financial burden on taxpayers, as the victim in the Meyerton case has instituted a civil claim of R1 million against the state, which, if successful, will ultimately be paid from public funds.

It is deeply concerning that Premier Lesufi would rather downplay the severity of the situation than pursue real solutions. He should engage the National Minister of Police, Firoz Cachalia, to request the devolution of certain powers to Gauteng, enabling it to ensure accountability and effective consequence management within SAPS and other law enforcement agencies in the province.

A DA-led Gauteng Provincial Government would have urgently engaged the Minister of Police to persuade him to devolve powers to the province so that it can be able to enforce mandatory CCTV cameras in all police station offices and interview rooms, increase deployment of female officers, particularly in victim support units, strengthen IPID oversight, and ensure regular public reporting on cases of police misconduct.

The people of Gauteng deserve a police service that enforces the law, not one that violates it and we would ensure that they get exactly that.

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PSC Complaint into dire state of Molemole Municipality following multiple Arrests

PSC Complaint into dire state of Molemole Municipality following multiple Arrests

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DA Molemole lodges PSC complaint into dire state of municipality following multiple arrests

Today, the Democratic Alliance in Limpopo lodged a complaint with the Public Service Commission (PSC) to investigate the state of the Molemole Local Municipality following the arrests of almost the entire senior management team in April 2026 by the Hawks.

Evidence already in the public domain — including the R38 million Morebeng landfill project with little to no delivery; the Matseke electrification project where payments of approximately R2 million appear to have been made ahead of completion; the irregularly awarded R238,500 training tender; and the underperforming R7.5 million Fatima culvert bridge project — demonstrates a consistent breakdown in contract award, management, and oversight.

On 4 May 2026 the Molemole council placed only the municipal manager, corporate services manager and the Community Services Manager under precautionary suspension pending the outcome of their disciplinary hearings; the remaining 8 officials will face the municipality’s ordinary disciplinary processes and are currently back at work.

This untenable discrepancy opens the possibility for evidence tampering, destroying of tender documents and intimidation of officials who maybe witnesses.

To make matters worse, the newly appointed Technical Services Manager resigned after less than a month on duty leaving the administration in the hands of only 2 senior officials, one in an acting capacity as the municipal manager – a precarious position given the systemic malfeasance within the municipality.

The  continuous resignation and appointments acting Municipal Managers is a systemic failure in the municipality which hinders service delivery and seems to be a  breeding ground for corruption.

We call on the PSC to exercise its constitutional powers to investigate and evaluate the municipality and to issue directives to COGHSTA and Provincial Treasury- who, despite our written requests to both MEC Makamu and MEC Mohoai have yet to intervene.

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