GEORGE NEWS - This week, Provincial Regulatory Entity (PRE) officials are working overtime to assist minibus taxi operators who still need to collect their revised operating licence conditions, as the ‘interim agreement’ of the Mini-Bus Taxi Task Team (MBTTT) comes to an end on 29 February 2024.
There is a concern that more than half of licences have not been collected. I urge all minibus taxi operators who have not yet ‘uplifted’ their amended operating licence to do so immediately.
There is no cost involved.
"Since December 2023, our officials have travelled across the province, setting up a mobile office in local venues and minibus taxi ranks to make it easier for operators to ensure that they have all their documentation in order," said Ricardo Mackenzie, Western Cape Minister of Mobility.
The PRE conducted a review of its generic and mode-specific operating licence conditions in October 2023 as part of the ongoing work of the MBTTT to address challenges in the minibus taxi industry.
According to Mackenzie, the updated conditions were published at the end of November 2023, helping to clarify the requirements for transporting passengers safely and legally.
"I want to thank municipalities for their meaningful engagement as transport planning authorities.
"I also want to thank SANTACO-Western Cape for embracing the process and providing valuable input on behalf of its regions, associations, and members," he said.
For assistance with licensing and regulatory issues, the PRE can be contacted on 021 483 0240, enquiries.wcpre@westerncape.gov.za or in person at the Vangate Shared Service Centre in Athlone.
Officials have a series of engagements planned over the next few days in the Garden Route to hand over outstanding documents.
Local contact details for questions:
George office
2nd Floor,
York Park Building,
Cnr St. John Street & York Street
George
6530
Tel: 044 8132901
Email: laura.batt@westerncape.gov.za
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