South African Woman Gives Taxi Driver a Chance, Shows Off the Perks of the Relationship
- A South African woman has shared her unconventional love story about dating a taxi driver, highlighting the special treatment and benefits she receives from her partner
- The lady's TikTok video has sparked mixed reactions online, with some praising her appreciation for her partner's efforts and others joking about the perks of dating a taxi driver
- The clip has generated conversations about relationships, love, and the unexpected rewards that can come with them, showcasing a unique perspective on romance in South Africa
- Briefly News spoke to certified relationship expert Paula Quinsee about how thoughtful gestures can positively impact a relationship and strengthen emotional bonds between partners
Bathong! Love is indeed sweet. A woman has become the talk of the town after she shared how she took a risk by giving a taxi driver a chance, and the results have been unexpected.
Source: TikTok
The babe who goes by the TikTok handle @orifha999 has captured the attention of social media after revealing the unexpected benefits of dating a taxi driver.
Woman dates taxi driver, shows off unexpected perks
In a trending TikTok video that she posted on 8 August 2025, she proudly showcased the special treatment she receives from her partner, leaving viewers both amused and intrigued.
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The clip, which has been making the rounds online, opens with the woman smiling. It then shows the large stack of cash she says her taxi driver boyfriend gave her. She then takes the viewers through moments of their relationship, highlighting the “princess treatment” she enjoys on a daily basis. From free taxi rides to surprise cash gifts, the @orifha999’s life appears to be filled with small luxuries and acts of generosity.
She also shared clips of herself enjoying comfortable rides in his taxi. According to @orifha999, giving a taxi driver “a chance” has turned out to be one of her best decisions, proving that love can come with unexpected rewards.
Mzansi social media users quickly flooded the comments section with mixed reactions. Some praised her for appreciating her partner and enjoying the fruits of his hard work, while others jokingly hinted that they might also start looking for taxi drivers to date.
Whether viewed as romantic, practical, or simply entertaining, @orifha999’s video has sparked conversations about relationships and the perks that sometimes come with them, proving that love in Mzansi can take many forms, and sometimes, it comes with free rides.
Take a look at the video below:
The impact of thoughtful gifts on relationships
While speaking to Briefly News, certified relationship expert Paula Quinsee shared the impact of thoughtful gifts on relationships how they strengthen emotional bonds between partners.
"When it comes to gifts, it’s less about the lavishness and more about the intention behind the gift that gives it meaning and purpose. A well-thought-out gift that has a special significance or meaning (e.g. a heartfelt, handwritten letter) can have as much impact as an expensive gift."
SA chimes in on taxi love story
The online community took to the comments section to share their thoughts on the woman and her taxi driver boyfriend's love story, saying:
M.D.K_Musik6 said:
"Yahamba kanjalo imali ye'checkin."
Zanokuhle added:
"Yahamba imali ye Owner."
Liñdẽlãnĩ202 expressed:
"Kusho, you renkela wena."
Magxabhashe9 shared:
"Gave him a chance. And he gave me a chance of being a mother Hhay."
The Fake Ayzetay stated:
"Not today, not tomorrow, but one day."
Yennete Johannes commented:
"Yeyyy I gave one a chance. I regret!!! Futhi, he made me hate Zulu men."
Source: TikTok
Briefly News covered 3 more online dating stories
- A South African lady opened up about her online dating experience with her Tinder dates on TikTok.
- A lady took to TikTok to share a clip showing how her Tinder boyfriend spoiled her with love and sweet gestures.
- One woman had the worst date ever, and she went into details online on how it went, leaving many people in shock.
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Johana Mukandila (Human Interest Editor) Johana Tshidibi Mukandila has been a Human Interest Reporter at Briefly News since 2023. She has over four years of experience as a multimedia journalist. Johana holds a national diploma in journalism from the Cape Peninsula University Of Technology (2023). She has worked at the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, PAICTA, BONA Magazine and Albella Music Production. She is currently furthering her education in journalism at the CPUT. She has passed a set of trainings from Google News Initiative. Reach her at johana.mukandila@briefly.co.za
Paula Quinsee (Certified Relationship Therapy Educator and founder of Engaged Humans) Paula Quinsee is the founder of Engaged Humans, facilitating connection between individuals and organisations to create a more human-connected world. She is a certified Imago Relationship Therapy educator and facilitator, NLP practitioner, PDA analyst, coach and trainer. Paula is also the author of two self-help guides - Embracing Conflict and Embracing No - as well as an international speaker, advocate for mental health and activist for gender-based violence.
