Cape Town Taxi Strike: Man Falls Off Overcrowded Bus in Incident

During the ongoing taxi strike in Cape Town, a disturbing incident occurred when a man fell off a bus in Athlone early this morning due to overcrowding caused by the strike. The video of the incident, shared by Yusuf Abramjee on Twitter, quickly went viral, highlighting the dire situation faced by commuters during the strike.

Cape Town taxi strike: ⚠️ Graphic pic.twitter.com/4MN5my4tyI

— Yusuf Abramjee (@Abramjee) August 3, 2023

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The taxi strike began yesterday on Thursday afternoon over the industry’s demand for a review of the by-laws under which its vehicles are impounded. The strike has been marred by violence and intimidation, leading to transportation disruptions and leaving many residents struggling to find alternative means of travel.

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Picture: Twitter / UrbanLo

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