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More than 500 minibus taxi drivers and vehicles have been flagged during road safety enforcement operations in Gauteng after authorities found serious compliance problems, including drivers without valid licences and taxis operating without licence discs.
The Gauteng Transport Inspectorate (GTI) conducted targeted enforcement operations along major public transport routes across the province throughout August 2026.
The operations focused on checking vehicle roadworthiness, operating documents, driver licences and compliance with road traffic and public transport laws.
According to the Gauteng Department of Transport, 268 minibus taxis were found operating without licence discs, while 296 taxi drivers were found driving without valid driving licences.
The enforcement campaign also resulted in 13 mini bybus taxis being impounded, while a further 84 vehicles were discontinued from operating after inspectors found them to be unroadworthy and unsafe for use on public roads.
Inspectors identified several serious mechanical and safety defects in the vehicles. These included cracked windscreens, damaged or torn seats, engine-related problems and other faults that could place passengers and other road users at risk.
The latest enforcement action highlights ongoing concerns around compliance and passenger safety in the public transport sector.
The GTI’s operations form part of efforts by Gauteng authorities to improve road safety and ensure that public transport operators comply with licensing, roadworthiness and driver requirements.
Authorities have warned that public transport vehicles that are not properly licensed or maintained can pose a serious danger to passengers, pedestrians and other motorists.
The Gauteng Transport Inspectorate is expected to continue conducting enforcement operations across major public transport corridors as part of the province’s efforts to improve compliance and road safety.
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