Bolt, the leading ride-hailing platform, recently reached a significant milestone, completing over 400 million trips since launching in South Africa in 2016. This accomplishment solidifies Bolt’s position as […]
Kenya Orders Uber & Bolt to Increase Fares by 50%, Aiming for Fair Compensation for Drivers
Following widespread protests, Kenyan authorities have mandated ride-hailing companies Uber and Bolt to implement a 50% fare increase. This order comes from Kenya’s Ministry of Roads and Transport, […]
Bolt’s Dash Cam Adoption Soars: South Africa Leads Global Shift
South Africa stands out as a leader in Bolt’s dash cam adoption program, with over 2,724 drivers installing approved cameras. This marks the country as the top performer […]
Kenya’s Transport Union Demands Justice for Drivers Accused of Exploitation by Uber & Bolt
A Kenyan transport union is taking action against ride-hailing companies Uber and Bolt, alleging they engage in unfair labor practices that violate drivers’ constitutional rights. The Transport Workers […]
70% of Nigeria’s e-hailing Ride Users are Women – New Report Shows
A recent study by Bolt, a leading ride-hailing company in Nigeria, has revealed that women make up the majority of users on the platform. This is according to […]
Uber Faces Scrutiny in South Africa: Complaints Surge Amidst Regulatory Changes
Uber’s service quality in South Africa has come under fire as passengers report numerous concerns, including reckless driving incidents, inflated fares, unreliable vehicles, and frequent trip cancellations. This […]
The Rise and Fall of MyKab: A Story of Driver Empowerment and App Disagreements
MyKab, a driver-backed e-hailing app designed to address inequalities within the industry, entered the Nigerian market in 2020. The platform, backed by the Professional E-hailing Drivers and Private-Owners […]
Driver Locked Child In Car Boot: AUATON Disowns Member After Viral Video
A driver has been suspended from the inDrive platform after a viral video showed him locking a child in his car boot during a trip. The incident sparked […]
inDrive Suspends Driver After Child Found Locked in Boot
InDrive, a ride-hailing platform, has taken action against a driver following allegations that the individual locked a child inside his vehicle’s boot. The incident, captured on video and […]
inDrive Delays Credit Facility Launch in Nigeria, Focuses on Latin America
Nigerian e-hailing drivers face growing financial strain, but inDrive’s credit facility, inDrive.Money, is not expected to launch in the country anytime soon. Despite its successful rollout in Peru […]
Uber Tightens Passenger Limits in South Africa, Launches New Bike Service
Uber has announced new passenger limits for its services in South Africa, aiming to enhance the comfort and safety of trips. These restrictions impact both Uber Go and […]
InDrive Driver Unruly Behavior: An Analysis and Call for Change
Recent incidents of driver-on-rider violence on the ride-hailing platform inDrive have raised concerns. From assaults involving handbags and sunglasses to robberies and stabbings, these experiences have left passengers […]