Cape Town taxis are going cashless from June 1.
The daily scramble for exact change and the risks linked to carrying cash on minibus taxis could soon become a thing of the past in the Western Cape as the Cape Organisation for the Democratic Taxi Association (Codeta) prepares to roll out a fully cashless payment system from June 1.
The move by one of the province’s largest taxi associations marks a major shift for the public transport sector, with commuters set to pay for trips using specialised tap cards or scan-to-pay mobile technology.
Codeta said the initiative is aimed at improving commuter safety, reducing cash-related crime and bringing the taxi industry in line with modern payment trends.
Codeta chairperson Nceba Enge confirmed that the new system will officially launch on June 1, describing it as a significant step towards transforming the commuting experience for thousands of daily passengers across the Western Cape.
