Zuko Komisa
- The Gauteng Transport Inspectorate (GTI) seized 84 unroadworthy vehicles between November 3rd and 9th, 2025, as part of a major road safety crackdown.
- The operation exposed widespread non-compliance, resulting in 1,539 fines and highlighting critical defects like faulty brakes and 72 drivers operating without valid licences.
- Roads and Transport MEC Kedibone Diale-Tlabela affirmed a zero-tolerance policy, vowing to continue proactive enforcement to protect lives and restore order in the public transport sector.
The Gauteng Department of Roads and Transport’s enforcement unit, the Gauteng Transport Inspectorate (GTI), has impounded 84 unroadworthy vehicles during a week-long stop-and-search operation (3-9 November 2025).
The crackdown is part of a provincial strategy to boost road safety and compliance. Defective vehicles were found with issues like faulty brakes, worn tyres, and poor lighting.
The blitz highlighted high levels of non-compliance, particularly among public transport operators:
- 54 minibuses lacked valid licence discs.
- 40 minibuses were seized for safety/mechanical defects.
- 72 drivers were operating without valid licences.
A total of 1,539 infringement notices were issued.
MEC Kedibone Diale-Tlabela praised the GTI, reiterating a zero-tolerance stance on non-compliance to protect lives and restore order in the transport sector. The GTI, with 96 officers, will continue targeted operations.
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