Govt advised to ban pirate taxis following “ritual killings”

The Bus and Taxi Owners Association of Zambia has called on government to seriously consider addressing the issue of pirate taxis in the country following the spate of killings that have rocked some parts of the country.

Association Chairperson Justine Chabala says it is difficult for people to refrain from boarding pirate taxis; therefore it is incumbent upon government to address the issue of pirate taxis so people’s lives are protected.

He says pirate taxis might be the target of the killers in order to get their victims, thus the need for government to move in by either banning or legalizing the operations of pirate taxis.

Mr Chabala has noted an increase in the number of pirate taxis in the country especially on the Copperbelt where even Noah and Regius minibuses are being used as modes of public transport.

Mr. Chabala has also advised taxi and bus drivers to take precautions by operating from safe and designated places especially during the night.