The city of Yaoundé witnessed a massive turnout of taxi drivers on the final day of the vehicle identification exercise. The esplanade of the Yaoundé City Hall was filled with dozens of taxis and their drivers, all seeking to regularize their operations. The drivers were required to provide specific documents, including a professional identification badge, national identity card, and vehicle registration certificate. The exercise, which aimed to streamline the taxi industry, had attracted a large crowd.
According to reports, some drivers expressed concerns about the complexity of the registration process and the requirement for an Impôt Général Synthétique (IGS) payment. Kevin A., a taxi driver, lamented that he was not in possession of the required professional identification badge. Passy Bissiongol, another driver, arrived at the venue at 5 am, anxious about the potential loss of revenue due to the exercise. The crowd was impatient, with many drivers worried about the impact on their livelihood.
The identification exercise required taxi owners to present several documents, including a national identity card, vehicle registration certificate, and transport license. Drivers, on the other hand, were required to provide their national identity card, driver's license, and professional identification badge. Five agents from the Yaoundé Urban Community were on hand to receive and examine the documents. The exercise was aimed at regulating the taxi industry and improving the overall transportation experience in Yaoundé.
Ives Djomo, Secretary General of the Cameroon National Workers' Union (Syntracam), criticized the procedure, citing the complexity of the IGS payment process. He argued that many drivers were unclear about the requirements and procedures. The functionality of the identification platform also came under criticism, with some drivers experiencing difficulties navigating the system.
Despite the challenges, over 20,000 taxis have been registered in the identification exercise. The exercise, which was conducted by the Yaoundé Urban Community, aimed to bring order to the taxi industry and improve the safety and quality of transportation services in the city. The registration process was part of a broader effort to regulate the industry and provide a better experience for passengers.
The identification exercise has been hailed as a step towards improving the taxi industry in Yaoundé. The exercise has helped to create a database of registered taxis, which will aid in the monitoring and regulation of the industry. The Yaoundé Urban Community has assured drivers that the exercise was not intended to harass or intimidate them, but rather to provide a safer and more efficient transportation experience.
The registration exercise has also highlighted the need for improved communication and education on the requirements and procedures for taxi drivers. The authorities have been urged to simplify the process and provide more support to drivers who may be experiencing difficulties. The exercise has demonstrated the commitment of the authorities to regulating the taxi industry and improving the overall transportation experience in Yaoundé.
Key points
- Over 20,000 taxis have been registered in the identification exercise in Yaoundé.
