Mahikeng – The Mahikeng taxi rank will on Tuesday, be a hive of activity as Provincial Departments will be delivering services from this rank.

Viewed as part of government’s quest for improved access to services by the public, the initiative which will be implemented within the context of Bua le Puso Programme and piloted at the Mahikeng taxi rank, is expected to see government services being offered from a taxi rank on a daily basis.   

As a pilot site, the Mahikeng taxi rank experience will help the Provincial Government to determine the viable approach to implement this initiative on a more sustainable and beneficial way, in other Districts.   

“In working together with the Mahikeng Local Municipality, the Traditional Leadership and other stakeholders, the Provincial Government will from this date onwards, offer its services and assistance to the communities’ needs from this taxi rank, starting at 09h00 until 16h00” Premier’s Office spokesperson Bonolo Mohlakoana said. 

Bua le Puso is a Programme which the Provincial Government initiated with a view to bridge the gap between government and the recipients of its services, using a one-stop-shop approach. 

“According to Premier Supra Obakeng Ramoeletsi Mahumapelo, there is a discernible need for the Provincial Government to move away from convention and focus its resources on bringing solutions to the needs of people on the ground” Mohlakoana said.      

The launch of this pilot, which is scheduled to take place as follows:

Venue:           Mahikeng Taxi Rank
Date:              Tuesday, 03 March 2015Time:              9H00
-TDN
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