South African Woman Gives Taxi Driver a Chance, Shows Off the Perks of the Relationship

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

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.

A South African woman flexed the perks that come with dating a taxi driver.
A South African woman showcased the benefits of dating a taxi driver after she gave him a chance. Image: @orifha999
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.

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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.

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.

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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:

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."
A South African woman showcased the benefits of dating a taxi driver after she gave him a chance.
A South African woman flexed the perks that come with dating a taxi driver. Image: @orifha999
Source: TikTok

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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

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