The taxi strike affected us in ways we didn't expect

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Darren, Sky and Carmen are ecstatic that taxis are back on the road and life is back to normal.

After the unexpected taxi strike on Thursday, the team shared just how much the strike affected them in their personal lives.

The strike gave East Coast Breakfast a much-needed reality check on just how big of a role the taxi industry plays in keeping the city functioning.
4 Sep 2025 11PM English South Africa Society & Culture · Daily News

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