Pirate taxis called mushikashika or go-fasters have taken over Kadoma streets. These unregistered Honda Fit cars replaced the regular buses that once served routes to Rimuka, Ngezi, and Munhumutapa. This change has completely shifted how people travel around this mining area. Many locals wonder what comes next for moving around the City of Gold.
The switch from normal buses to these illegal taxis happened slowly, but nobody could stop it. People who need rides to work or for daily errands find themselves using these unlawful cars more often. You can spot these vehicles speeding through busy roads from downtown Kadoma all the way to faraway mining spots like Rio Tinto and Chakari.
Sekai Nyamadzawo works at a local shop and feels both annoyed and resigned about these changes. Finding space on regular buses has become nearly impossible. These illegal cars appear everywhere, leaving people with few choices. They move faster and take different routes compared to standard buses.
Tawanda Chiremba, who works at a mine near Ngezi, has mixed thoughts about these taxis. He admits they travel quicker but cost more money. The drivers speed dangerously, sometimes making him feel unsafe. Passengers pay extra cash for less comfort and more danger on each trip.
The Kadoma City Council keeps fighting these illegal drivers. They set up roadblocks and hand out fines, yet nothing seems to work. These unauthorized taxis keep growing with little sign the problem will go away soon. A council transport manager called this situation a serious issue that remains out of control despite many meetings with transport companies.
Despite official efforts, people still prefer faster travel options that often cost less money. The lack of enough legal buses, combined with the high demand for quick rides, leaves many people no choice but to use pirate taxis. Most passengers simply want the fastest way to reach their destinations.
For drivers like Godfrey Moyo, who operates between Town and Rimuka, this job means survival. He used to drive a legal bus until money problems forced him to change. Small cars move quicker and work better for making cash than the bigger vehicles ever did. He claims passengers know they trade safety for speed.
Moyo does not have a license or proper papers for his car but believes customers understand the risks involved. He asks how anyone expects him to follow rules when officials offer zero alternatives. The council wants legal operation but provides no path toward that goal.
This taxi explosion affects other businesses across Kadoma. Places that once saw customers from regular bus routes notice different traffic patterns. Gas stations and repair shops feel the impact as these illegal cars dominate transportation. Workers who relied on licensed buses face frustration from losing dependable rides.
The City of Gold stands at a decision point between letting people earn money and enforcing transportation rules. The future remains unclear as the city adjusts to new travel methods. Even though riders enjoy the convenience of mushikashika taxis, local authorities continue struggling to organize the messy system.
Despite causing controversy, these unauthorized taxis have become essential parts of daily life in Kadoma. Whether they stay permanently or eventually disappear depends on what happens next. The city streets have transformed, and turning back might prove impossible regardless of what officials want.
The switch from normal buses to these illegal taxis happened slowly, but nobody could stop it. People who need rides to work or for daily errands find themselves using these unlawful cars more often. You can spot these vehicles speeding through busy roads from downtown Kadoma all the way to faraway mining spots like Rio Tinto and Chakari.
Sekai Nyamadzawo works at a local shop and feels both annoyed and resigned about these changes. Finding space on regular buses has become nearly impossible. These illegal cars appear everywhere, leaving people with few choices. They move faster and take different routes compared to standard buses.
Tawanda Chiremba, who works at a mine near Ngezi, has mixed thoughts about these taxis. He admits they travel quicker but cost more money. The drivers speed dangerously, sometimes making him feel unsafe. Passengers pay extra cash for less comfort and more danger on each trip.
The Kadoma City Council keeps fighting these illegal drivers. They set up roadblocks and hand out fines, yet nothing seems to work. These unauthorized taxis keep growing with little sign the problem will go away soon. A council transport manager called this situation a serious issue that remains out of control despite many meetings with transport companies.
Despite official efforts, people still prefer faster travel options that often cost less money. The lack of enough legal buses, combined with the high demand for quick rides, leaves many people no choice but to use pirate taxis. Most passengers simply want the fastest way to reach their destinations.
For drivers like Godfrey Moyo, who operates between Town and Rimuka, this job means survival. He used to drive a legal bus until money problems forced him to change. Small cars move quicker and work better for making cash than the bigger vehicles ever did. He claims passengers know they trade safety for speed.
Moyo does not have a license or proper papers for his car but believes customers understand the risks involved. He asks how anyone expects him to follow rules when officials offer zero alternatives. The council wants legal operation but provides no path toward that goal.
This taxi explosion affects other businesses across Kadoma. Places that once saw customers from regular bus routes notice different traffic patterns. Gas stations and repair shops feel the impact as these illegal cars dominate transportation. Workers who relied on licensed buses face frustration from losing dependable rides.
The City of Gold stands at a decision point between letting people earn money and enforcing transportation rules. The future remains unclear as the city adjusts to new travel methods. Even though riders enjoy the convenience of mushikashika taxis, local authorities continue struggling to organize the messy system.
Despite causing controversy, these unauthorized taxis have become essential parts of daily life in Kadoma. Whether they stay permanently or eventually disappear depends on what happens next. The city streets have transformed, and turning back might prove impossible regardless of what officials want.
