01. Professionalisation
Standards & accreditation
Industry standards, accreditation and skills programmes to drive professional excellence.
South African Meter Taxi, E-Hailing & Operators
Driving professionalism, safety, innovation and coordination.
A premier national industry gathering bringing together 500+ delegates from operators, e-hailing platforms, government, financial institutions and technology providers to build a more coordinated and sustainable passenger transport sector.
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Conference theme
Professionalisation and coordination in the meter taxi and e-hailing industry.
Creating practical solutions, strategic partnerships and industry commitments for economic growth, job creation and a sustainable passenger transport future.
About the conference
A premier platform for industry transformation.
The South African Meter Taxi, E-Hailing and Operators Conference convenes industry operators, e-hailing platforms, government agencies, financial institutions, policymakers and technology providers to address the critical challenges facing South Africa's passenger transport sector.
This strategic national initiative creates practical solutions, builds industry coordination mechanisms and forges public-private partnerships to advance professionalisation, safety, innovation and sustainable growth.
Industry contributions
- Employment creation and entrepreneurship
- Township economic participation
- Digital economy and innovation
- Urban mobility solutions
- Small business development
Seven transformation pillars
Structuring the conference discussion
02. Economic transformation
Inclusive participation
Supporting entrepreneurship and economic participation in the sector.
03. Industry coordination
Operator collaboration
Facilitating coordination between operators, regulators and tech platforms.
04. Safety & security
Passenger confidence
Enhancing passenger confidence and driver protection measures.
05. Digital transformation
Technology adoption
Supporting technology adoption and innovation across the industry.
06. Access to finance
Vehicle & business support
Improving access to vehicle finance, insurance and business support services.
07. Transport integration
Public mobility systems
Integrating taxis, e-hailing and public transport systems for seamless mobility.
One - day programme
Conference sessions and activities
Welcome and Opening Remarks
Day 1 - Opening
SAMTAF · Purpose of the day · Chairman Mr.Magano
State of the industry
Day 1 - Session 1
GRCO—Gauteng City Region Observatory · Dr. Ngaka Mosiane
Regulatory reform & coordination
Day 1 - Session 1
NDoTPublicTransportRegulation · NationalPublic Transport Regulator (NPTR) · EMT Coordination · Mr. Muzi Simelane · Ms Nomsa Mtshwene · Mr D drummond
Technology & innovation
Day 1 - Session 1
Waxed · ICASA · KamelSA · Mr.Anthony · Ms.T Maluleke-Disemelo (CEO) · Mr Tshidiso
Passenger & driver safety
Day 1 - Session 1
RoadCover · NDoT · Ms.SisiKhuzwayo · Samukelisiwe Zulu
Parliament Transport Portfolio Committee
Day 1 - Session 1
Transforming the sector for local empowerment · Mr. Disang Moseki
Professionalisation, Integration & Future Development
Day 1 - Session 2
Municipal Transport Planning · TAG · Ms Molatelo Faith Rapetsoa · Ms Dorothy Mabuza (CEO)
Public transport integration
Day 1 - Session 2
Gautrain, PRASA and municipalities discussing integration of transport systems.
Future Mobility & Public Transport Integration
Day 1 - Session 2
Gautrain Gauexpress · Mr Jacob Rambuda
Conference objectives
Ten key outcomes
The conference is designed to deliver tangible results that advance the meter taxi and e-hailing industry.
- Promote professionalisationWithin the industry through standards and accreditation.
- Improve coordinationBetween stakeholders and collaborative frameworks.
- Enhance safetyFor passengers and drivers across the sector.
- Strengthen complianceAnd regulatory engagement with authorities.
- Encourage innovationIn technology adoption and business models.
Conference Speakers
Meet the Industry Leaders
Hear from industry leaders, researchers and innovators shaping the future of South Africa's passenger transport sector.
01
Mr Bogosi Oupa Magano
Chairperson – South African Metered Taxi Forum (SAMTAF)
Mr Bogosi Oupa Magano is a respected transport industry leader with over 40 years of experience in the metered taxi, chauffeur, shuttle and tourism sectors. He has been instrumental in advocating for the modernisation, professionalisation and adoption of technology within the industry.
As Chairperson of SAMTAF, he continues to champion innovation, safety, efficiency and public-private partnerships, while mentoring the next generation of transport leaders.
02
Dr. Ngaka Mosiane
Senior Researcher – Gauteng City-Region Observatory
Dr. Ngaka Mosiane is a Senior Researcher at the Gauteng City-Region Observatory, leading the Spatial Transformation theme. His expertise is in Urban Geography, focusing on transportation, mining landscapes, and historically displaced areas of the Gauteng City-Region, with extensive teaching experience across universities, colleges and high schools in South Africa.
03
Anthony
Industrial Engineer & Mobility Innovator – Waxd
Anthony is an Industrial Engineer (BSc Eng, Wits) and innovator at Waxd, passionate about turning complex ideas into practical solutions.
He focuses on the future of transportation, working with Mobility-as-a-Service (MaaS) and Automated Fare Collection (AFC) systems to build smarter, more connected mobility ecosystems.
04
Amanda Rogaly
CEO – RoadCover | Entrepreneur, Brand Strategist & Business Leader
Amanda Rogaly is the CEO of RoadCover, a South African claims management membership company that manages the legal and administrative process of Road Accident Fund (RAF) claims on behalf of its members following a motor vehicle accident.
Amanda focuses on operational excellence, strategic partnerships and effective execution, working closely with teams from concept through to implementation.
05
Ms. Molatelo Faith Rapetsoa
PMP NonExecutive Director | Strategic Executive Leader | Scholar
Ms. Molatelo Faith Rapetsoa is a seasoned executive leader and Non-Executive Director with over 23 years of experience in transport systems, infrastructure development, and governance. She currently serves as Chairperson of the Finance & Planning Committee at the Transport Authority for Gauteng (TAG), providing strategic oversight on finance, planning, and risk management.
A PMP-certified professional and Managing Director of Apex Infra Group, she is recognized for leading large-scale transport and infrastructure programmes while advancing sustainable mobility and institutional resilience. She is also pursuing a Master of Engineering in Transportation at the University of Cape Town.
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David Drummond
Chairman – E-Cabs
David Drummond is a Chairman of E-Cabs, the largest provincial body representing e-hailing and metered taxis in the Western Cape, and serves on the EMT Working Group. A long-standing industry leader and former spokesperson and Vice Chair of the Western Cape Metered Taxi Council, he has been instrumental in reducing industry conflict, advocating for a unified council, and contributing to NLTA regulatory reform through parliamentary submissions.
Sponsors/partners/Support
Organisations supporting the conference
TDA
SAMTA
EAGLE
LIATA
TAXIMAN
E CABS WC
Roadcover
Nation Cabs
BC Safe training
Suzuki
Waxd
Marlie
Get in touch
Become a conference partner.
Contact the SAMTAF conference team to explore partnership opportunities, sponsorships, and exhibition packages. Join us in building a transformed and sustainable passenger transport sector.
South African Meter Taxi Forum (SAMTAF)
Conference Organising Secretariat:
Tourism Development Agency (TDA)
Contact: Ms. Lesego Diseko
Phone: 078 122 2315
Email: admin@samtaf.co.za