South Africa’s taxi industry in most prevalent parts such as Gauteng and Durban are on strike. Minibus taxis, which are the most accessible and frequently used mode of transport for most South Africans, are estimated to transport 15 million passengers daily. Currently, long-distance taxi drivers in Durban are on strike for the 5th day following the impounding of most of their taxis on permit issues. The strike has been ongoing for days now, leaving commuters stranded.

<p>South Africa’s taxi industry in most prevalent parts such as Gauteng and Durban are on strike. Minibus taxis, which are the most accessible and frequently used mode of transport for most South Africans, are estimated to transport 15 million passengers daily. Currently, long-distance taxi drivers in Durban are on strike for the 5th day following the impounding of most of their taxis on permit issues. The strike has been ongoing for days now, leaving commuters stranded.</p>

POWER Talk is a mid-morning talk show programme, hosted by Lerato Mbele. The show delves deeper into the news of the day along with larger societal themes, inviting listeners to help unpack issues on the day’s current affairs agenda and topics close to their hearts. Mbele also interviews the biggest newsmakers and experts in South Africa, helping listeners makes sense of their world.

<p>POWER Talk is a mid-morning talk show programme, hosted by Lerato Mbele. The show delves deeper into the news of the day along with larger societal themes, inviting listeners to help unpack issues on the day’s current affairs agenda and topics close to their hearts. Mbele also interviews the biggest newsmakers and experts in South Africa, helping listeners makes sense of their world.</p>

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