Veteran taxi bosses honoured

Veteran taxi operators under the affiliation of the Cape Organisation for the Democratic Taxi Association (CODETA) were honoured for their contribution to the organisation, at a packed OR Tambo Hall last Thursday, May 8.

- SIYAVUYA KHAYA

Each of the 42 taxi operators received blankets and framed photographs of themselves in the organisation’s colours.

The leadership of the Makhaza to Somerset route went a step further by awarding their three veterans an additional R5 000 as a show of gratitude.

Andile Poni, William Tokhwe, Maqwetheni Shenxane from the Somerset route were recognised for their solid leadership.

Mr Poni said he had mixed emotions as this was something that he never thought about and it was clear that the current leadership values their work.

He said he was grateful that this ceremony was held while he was alive and in good spirits so that he could enjoy the moment. He said he was extremely grateful that his route opted to add R5 000 on top of what they received and they were driven by SUVs to the event.