Economic Impact due to Taxi Strike: Businesses report widespread losses
Several business sector organisations affiliated to the Cape Chamber report widespread disruption related to the ongoing Western Cape taxi industry strike. Although for many sectors it is too soon to quantify the economic loss, all report widespread absenteeism linked to commuter inability to reach the workplace. One sector drew a parallel between the impact of […]
The taxi strike is detrimental, regretful and avoidable
The taxi strike is detrimental, regretful and avoidable, at the outset we want to make it clear that the Chamber condemns violence, lawlessness and damage to property. The questions to ask is, how did we get to this?The issue is complex and multi-faceted, and we urge the public not to jump to conclusions. In seeking […]
The Cape Chamber of Commerce and Industry is deeply concerned about Cape Town’s current taxi crisis
The escalating conflict between law enforcers and taxi operators threatens to compound transport problems at a time when most residents are already feeling financial strain. We appeal to all stakeholders to commit to constructive dialogue aimed at resolving the impasse in the best interests of the society at large. As much as we all hate […]
Current Western Cape flood disaster is a double whammy for victims of South Africa’s broader logistics and transport disaster
The current Western Cape flood disaster is a double whammy for victims of South Africa’s broader logistics and transport disaster that persists no matter what the weather. The Cape Chamber can only sympathise with waterlogged farmers and residents who currently bear the brunt of the recent unprecedented rainfall and associated damage. However, as repair work […]
‘One Station at a Time’ – Cape Chamber hails PRASA success in reclaiming a large portion of Cape Town’s central line
The Cape Chamber of Commerce and Industry wishes to commend state law enforcement and passenger rail stakeholders for reclaiming a portion of Cape Town’s central line, with more success in prospect for the coming months. By implementing a security plan the Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) has managed to recover the central line […]
The battle to reclaim Cape Town’s central commuter rail line
The battle to reclaim Cape Town’s central commuter rail line is a litmus test of Government’s ability to maintain law and order. The Cape Chamber of Commerce and Industry is appalled by revelations of gangsterism and extortion currently delaying the return to service of one of Cape Town’s most vital rail corridors, a transport artery […]