COMMUTERS in the Katlehong area will now breathe a sigh of relief with the opening of the newly constructed Phuthaditjaba Taxi Rank.
On October 13, residents of Katlehong expressed relief when Member of the Mayoral Committee (MMC) for Transport and Planning Clr Petrus Mabunda handed over a R23-million facility to them.
“We are here to respond to the concerns you have raised in the Integrated Development Plan concerning the need for a taxi rank. We are happy to hand it over to you with all the necessary amenities to make your travelling easy.
“This taxi rank will bring about improved taxi operations, convenience and safety for pedestrians and road users,” Mabunda said.
The taxi rank will serve both commuters transported by Greater Alberton Taxi Association and Katlehong Peoples Taxi Association.
Amenities available at the new taxi rank include an office building, public ablution facilities. hawker stalls, wash bay, loading area with shelter, holding area, fence, water and electricity, access roads and an administration office.
*Press release supplied by Themba Gadebe, EMM spokesperson.
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