These operations targeted high-risk public transport corridors by removing unroadworthy vehicles from roads. Amid high-impact stop-and-search operations across major metropolitan municipalities in Gauteng, more than 60 taxis have been taken off the road due to invalid licences and serious mechanical defects. These stop-and-search operations also uncovered numerous traffic violations after 11 minibuses were discontinued after inspectors identified serious mechanical defects. More than 1 700 infringement noticesThe inspectorate issued more than 900 manual Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences Act (Aarto) infringement notices to strengthen compliance and accountability. “We remain committed to building a safer, more reliable, and accountable public transport system for the people of Gauteng,” said Diale-Tlabela.