Ekurhuleni Woman Shot Dead in Taxi Violence on April 15, 2025, in Wadeville After Taking Over Husband's Business

An Ekurhuleni woman was shot and killed in her car in Wadeville, Germiston, on April 15, 2025, shortly after taking over her murdered husband's taxi business. This incident occurred near the same intersection where her husband was killed seven years prior. The local taxi association, Santaco Women, has commented on the ongoing violence in the taxi industry, highlighting its devastating impact on families. The police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting, which has drawn attention to the broader issues of taxi violence in the region.