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The National Taxi Alliance has strongly condemned recent acts of intimidation against Pikitup workers that crippled Johannesburg's waste collection for two days. The incidents, which halted employee transport services due to taxi operators' claims of exclusive transport rights, have sparked similar concerns in Ekurhuleni where scholar transport operators have also faced intimidation. Both municipalities have taken steps to address these disruptions which affect essential services.
Johannesburg waste management will resume this weekend as Pikitup launches an urgent recovery plan after a two-day strike. Workers at all 12 depots had downed tools over transport service disputes with the taxi industry, causing widespread disruption across the city. Residents should check the revised collection schedule and place bins outside on designated days.
Johannesburg waste management workers marched to the Mayor's office on Monday, highlighting concerns over unfair employment practices and demanding investigation into contractor arrangements.