Mixed reactions to Bra Dannie’s tollgate’ in Soshanguve

A makeshift tollgate in Jukulyn informal settlement in Soshanguve, Pretoria, has become a contentious issue, with residents divided over the legality and fairness of the R5 fee imposed by its operator, known as Bra Dannie.

- Enkosi Selane

Using a garden rake and rope, Bra Dannie has created a makeshift boom, attaching it to his carport, which serves as a control point. It even has a stop sign.

Residents claim the tollgate operates only during specific hours.

In a recent Tik Tok video, Tshwane metro police were seen visiting the area of the township's unofficial tollgate.

"Oh yeah... so you can see.

You [referring to the metro police] guys are explaining that you came here to see whether my tollgate is on the road," Bra Dannie said.