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Parliament’s Portfolio Committee on Transport has condemned the arson attack that saw 50 Putco buses torched across various depots in Mpumalanga.<\/p>\n
Committee chairperson Donald Selamolela expressed deep concern over the incident, calling it a senseless act that disrupts essential transportation services.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis is a senseless act, as it destroyed services that people need to link up with economic opportunities,\u201d said Selamolela.<\/p>\n
He further condemned the vandalism, noting that it comes at a time when the country is working to improve public transport infrastructure.<\/p>\n
\u201cVandalism has cost the transport sector dearly and it is condemned with the seriousness it deserves.\u201d<\/p>\n
The attack on the Putco buses, which initially involved 47 vehicles, was later revised to 50. Selamolela referred to the incident as \u201ceconomic sabotage\u201d and called on the Putco Bus Company to investigate the matter thoroughly to identify those responsible.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt is a sad day in South Africa. Our rail transportation is challenged throughout the country, but government is working hard to have trains back on rails, yet we are experiencing this kind of uncouthness,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
Selamolela emphasised the importance of peaceful resolution of disputes and the committee\u2019s commitment to ensuring affordable, safe, and efficient public transport for all South Africans.<\/p>\n
\u201cLaw enforcement must leave no stone unturned in arresting and bringing to justice whoever is behind this mess. This is an economic crime and the worst form of sabotage that should never be tolerated, whatever the cause was,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
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