A total ban on any drinking and driving is coming for South African motorists while breathalysers are to be installed in taxi vehicles that will prevent drivers who have been drinking from operating the vehicle.
South African National Taxi Council Santaco President Abnar Tsebe said on Thursday the breathalysers are to be installed in taxi vehicles immediately, with the focus on long distance taxis for now, especially ahead of the Easter holidays.
Speaking at a briefing on the 2025/26 festive season road safety performance, Tsebe said before a taxi driver takes a trip, they must do a breathalyser, which will be linked to the vehicle.
