More than 100 minibus drivers still found operating without valid licences
Officers note that non-compliance amongst taxi drivers still remains a massive problem, threatening road safety.
Between 21 and 27 September 2026, Gauteng Transport Inspectorate (GTI) officers conducted stop-and-search operations targeting minibus taxi drivers. Their findings revealed alarming non-compliance with licensing regulations. Of the 105 minibus drivers inspected, 105 were found driving without valid licences, while 62 taxis operated without proper licence discs.
The operations also uncovered 18 minibuses deemed unroadworthy due to safety defects. These defects included malfunctioning brakes, worn tyres, faulty lights, and other mechanical issues that rendered the vehicles unsafe for public roads. In response to the violations, inspectors issued 43 discontinuation notices across Gauteng.
Two drivers were arrested for driving under the influence, and 779 handwritten Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences (AARTO) infringement notices were handed out. Additionally, 679 electronic infringement notices were processed through the Inspectorate's e-Force devices. MEC for Roads and Transport Kedibone Diale-Tlabela emphasized that continued detection of drivers without valid licences necessitates persistent enforcement efforts and stronger collaboration with the public transport industry.
She stressed the importance of law enforcement along public transport corridors to ensure road safety. However, the MEC warned that vehicles and drivers posing a threat to passengers and other road users will be dealt with firmly, emphasizing that the government will not compromise on safety.
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