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Gauteng MEC for Roads and Transport, Kedibone Diale-Tlabela, and
The Gauteng Traffic Inspectorate (GTI) continue to strengthen road
safety by enforcing compliance through sustained law enforcement
operations across the province.
Public transport compliance remains a key priority for the department,
ensuring that operators and vehicles adhere to legislative requirements.
This essential to protecting commuters and maintaining a safe and
efficient transport system.
From the 08 to 14 June 2026, GTI officials issued a total of 1 090
handwritten AARTO infringement notices, amounting to R1 174 700,
while a further 864 E-Force infringements to the value of R975 750 were
issued for various traffic offences.
As part of ongoing efforts to ensure that only roadworthy vehicles operate
on Gauteng’s roads, officials served 97 discontinue notices to
unroadworthy and non-compliant vehicles. Additionally, 13 vehicles were
impounded in Ekurhuleni for various offences.
GTI operations also resulted in 22 arrests, including:
• 19 arrests for drunk driving;
• 1 arrest for common assault; and
• 1 arrest for interference with law enforcement officials.Public transport compliance remains a key focus area for the department.
During the reporting period, GTI recorded:
• 87 minibuses operating without license discs;
• 274 minibus drivers operating without valid driving licenses; and
• 81 minibuses discontinued due to non-compliance with applicable
legislation.
The Gauteng Traffic Inspectorate remains steadfast in its commitment to
promoting responsible road user behaviour, reducing road fatalities and
ensuring that all motorists and public transport operators comply with the
law.
Members of the public are urged to obey the rules of the road, ensure
that their vehicles are roadworthy and refrain from driving under the
influence of alcohol.
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