WC Education Dept says there’s a plan to get matric pupils to schools ahead of taxi strike
The Western Cape Education Department (WCED) says contingency measures have been put in place to assist matriculants during a planned taxi strike on Monday and Tuesday.
This past week, the South African National Taxi Council (Santaco) advised Western Cape commuters to make alternative transport arrangements.
Operators are planning a shutdown in protest against a number of grievances including the issuing of heavy traffic fines — vehicle impoundments and the discontinuation of the Blue Dot taxi pilot project.
Over the next two days, the stay-away will affect thousands of commuters — including school children.
Education MEC David Maynier says they’ve contacted all exam centres regarding contingency plans — and have sent every individual matric candidate an SMS urging them to make alternative transport plans before Monday.
-EWN
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