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Wanatu's CEO defends the company's Afrikaans language requirement for drivers, asserting it is a skill rather than a barrier to employment amidst allegations of discrimination.
Wanatu's CEO defends the company's Afrikaans language requirement for drivers, asserting it is a skill rather than a barrier to employment amidst allegations of discrimination.
The City of Tshwane is appealing a court ruling that allows the Afrikaans-only e-hailing service Wanatu to operate without valid permits, amidst accusations of discrimination and legal challenges from rival operators.
The Democratic Alliance is demanding that the Gauteng Department of Transport tackle its alarming backlog of 40,000 unissued driver permits, which is affecting motorists across the province.
The KZN MEC for Transport and Human Settlements, will engage with the e-hailing sector to resolve concerns surrounding operating licenses.
Bolt faces backlash as individuals openly sell driver profiles, risking passenger safety and violating company policies.
Ride-hailing platform Bolt has launched a new feature that allows passengers and drivers to designate emergency contacts to be notified in case of an urgent situation during a ride.
Wanatu's recent announcement that it will take legal action against authorities for impounding its vehicles came as no surprise, as other e-hailing drivers have also been pursuing similar steps to fight for their rights.
Wanatu, an Afrikaans e-hailing service, is set to challenge the City of Tshwane in court after the impounding of its vehicles by metro police, claiming driver rights and opposing allegations of racism.
E-hailing drivers in Tshwane allege discrimination by metro police, highlighting concerns over unequal treatment and the leniency shown towards the Afrikaans-only service, Wanatu.
E-hailing drivers in Tshwane allege discrimination by metro police, highlighting concerns over unequal treatment and the leniency shown towards the Afrikaans-only service, Wanatu.
Tshwane authorities impound vehicles from the fast-growing Afrikaans-focused e-hailing service Wanatu for operating without permits, sparking debates about fair enforcement and inclusivity.
An e-hailing driver was tragically shot dead in Verulam after a robbery at a local car wash. Investigations reveal a possible connection between the murder and the robbery, leaving the community in shock.
South Africa's first Afrikaans e-hailing platform, is stirring debate over inclusivity and job creation in the transport industry.
The e-hailing company said that it would be piloting rides on the back of motorcycles for customers in certain parts of Johannesburg’s CBD.
Detroit rapper Deja Blanding filed a multimillion-dollar lawsuit against Lyft, alleging weight discrimination after being denied a ride. This incident raises important questions about inclusivity and safety in ride-sharing services.
Authorities urged to prioritise the timely issuance of operating permits and address the current challenges around vehicle impoundments to ensure drivers are treated fairly.
The app has been billed as the first Afrikaans e-hailing service, but unlike other players in the market like Uber and Bolt, Wanatu says it will only employ drivers who speak Afrikaans in their area of operation, Pretoria and Centurion.
Authorities urged to prioritise the timely issuance of operating permits and address the current challenges around vehicle impoundments to ensure drivers are treated fairly.
Wanatu, South Africa's first Afrikaans e-hailing service, raises questions about its language policy and potential discrimination against non-Afrikaans speakers. Legal experts discuss the implications of this approach.
E-hailing drivers in Gauteng protest against the Tshwane metro police’s vehicle impoundment practices, citing corruption and delays in permit issuance. They demand government intervention to resolve their grievances.
E-hailing drivers in Gauteng protest against the Tshwane metro police’s vehicle impoundment practices, citing corruption and delays in permit issuance. They demand government intervention to resolve their grievances.
Twytch, a new e-hailing platform, is officially launching in South Africa, promising to revolutionise the ride-sharing experience for drivers and passengers alike.
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