The ongoing strike by the Durban Long Distance Taxi Association (DLTA) has left hundreds of KwaZulu-Natal commuters stranded for a second consecutive day.
The strike, which began earlier this week, has disrupted critical transportation routes, leaving many residents with no alternative means of travel.
Frustrated commuters voiced their grievances, describing how the taxi strike has upended their daily routines.
Many depend heavily on taxis as their primary mode of transport, and the absence of services has forced some to walk long distances or pay for more expensive transportation options.
“I had to take a day off work because there was no way to get to my workplace,” said one commuter from Durban, highlighting the economic impact the strike is having on employees and employers alike.
According to reports, the strike is linked to unresolved disputes between the DLTA and local authorities regarding permits and operating conditions.
The association claims that its members are being unfairly targeted with fines and restrictions, which they argue threaten their livelihoods.
SABC News reporter Ayanda Mhlongo, covering the story, explained that negotiations between the taxi association and officials are ongoing but have yet to yield a resolution.
Commuters, meanwhile, have called on the government to intervene swiftly to bring the situation under control.
Police presence has been heightened in key areas to monitor any potential unrest, as past strikes have occasionally led to violence or road blockages.
Authorities have urged all parties to engage in peaceful dialogue to resolve the issues.
The DLTA has not indicated when the strike might end, leaving thousands across the province in limbo.
For now, commuters are left to grapple with uncertainty as they await a resolution to the stalemate.