The Gauteng MEC for Roads and Transport, Kedibone Diale-Tlabela, has expressed shock and sadness over the killing of Thamsanqa Moyo, the Gauteng Chairperson of the National Taxi Alliance. Moyo was shot while driving on the Soweto highway on Thursday. The MEC strongly condemned the act of violence, which has robbed the taxi industry of a dedicated leader and left a painful mark on his family, colleagues, and the broader transport sector.

Moyo’s death is a significant loss to the taxi industry and Gauteng as a whole. As a leader, he played a crucial role in shaping dialogue within the industry and promoting stability. His untimely death is a blow to ongoing efforts to build peace, unity, and sustainable solutions within the taxi sector. The MEC extended heartfelt condolences to Moyo’s family, friends, and colleagues, as well as the leadership and members of the National Taxi Alliance.

The MEC urged law enforcement agencies to work tirelessly to ensure that those responsible for the crime are brought to justice. She emphasized the need for calm, restraint, and cooperation as investigations unfold, stating that criminal elements should not be allowed to derail progress in the taxi industry through acts of intimidation and violence. The provincial government remains committed to working with all stakeholders in the taxi industry to build a safe, reliable, and peaceful transport system in Gauteng.

The MEC will visit Moyo’s family on Friday to extend condolences and support to the bereaved family. This gesture aims to honor Moyo’s memory and stand in solidarity with his loved ones during this difficult time. The killing of Thamsanqa Moyo has sent shockwaves through the taxi industry, highlighting the need for continued efforts to address violence and promote stability in the sector. As the investigation into Moyo’s death continues, the focus will be on ensuring that those responsible are held accountable and that the taxi industry can move forward with peace and unity.