The transport sector by motorcycle is undeniably one of the most lucrative in Cameroon today. As a result, many households own at least one motorcycle. This notwithstanding, the sector remains one of the most disorganised and there is a pressing need to establish order.
The trade union, which the government has legalised, was introduced in Bamenda last October at the congress hall during a ceremony which over 300 motorcycle riders and owners attended. SYNAPMOTAC Regional Coordinator Kennedy Mbonifor, spearheaded its creation.
Kennedy Mbonifor explained riders and owners who join the syndicate will not only benefit from its services, but will also have needed documents, including an insurance covering the rider and the passenger, processed in just two months. The insurance excludes illness resulting from HIV/AIDS. Those who join the association, its initiators say, will benefit from a health insurance and the services of a standby legal counsel to defend them and facilitate payment. Barrister Suliana Ngala heads the region’s legal team.
Talking to the press, SYNAPMOTAC coordinator said the syndicate has come to relieve people in the sector of the problems they are facing and better respond to their needs. Only time will determine how those concerned have responded to the message, but those we spoke to indicate the syndicate can better address and protect their needs. The campaign has been extended to other divisions and sub-divisions.
It is a good iniative for motor taxis to have good papers but on the other hand they should have a limit number of persons to carry.
Posted by: Peter Efande | December 03, 2009 at 01:46 PM