South African spending on Uber and Bolt outrunning fuel sales growth
Growth in ride-hailing spending in South Africa outpaced traditional fuel spending in 2025, according to Discovery Bank’s SpendTrend26 report.
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Afrikaans Uber is chasing after English customers
E-hailing service Wanatu has recently shifted its focus to winning over more non-Afrikaans speakers seeking alternatives to larger ride-hailing platforms.
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Afrikaans Uber cutting salaries as part of major shake-up
Wanatu has recently made significant changes to its operating model to ensure long-term sustainability, including reducing drivers’ basic salaries while introducing an incentive system with potential extra earnings for good performance.
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Explosive allegations about Uber vehicle safety in South Africa
An Uber driver has told MyBroadband that vehicle inspectors are soliciting bribes to modify car inspection reports.
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Automobile Association of South Africa (AA) | Bolt | car safety | e-hailing apps | global ncap | Motoring
Uber and Bolt allowing car with zero-star safety rating for rides in South Africa
MyBroadband looked at some of the vehicles supported by Bolt and Uber for carrying passengers and found several models with 2-star or lower Global NCAP ratings for adult occupant protection.
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How much Uber drivers pay to rent a car in South Africa
Many e-hailing drivers in South Africa cannot afford to buy their own vehicles or vehicles that are considered acceptable for use on these services.
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Afrikaans Uber struggling with poor reviews and high fee complaints
Wanatu’s app ratings have deteriorated since early 2025 and it has refused to share any details about its growth one year after launch.
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Uber and Bolt have very different car standards in South Africa
MyBroadband compared the ways in which Bolt and Uber assess whether vehicles are suitable for their ride-hailing services.
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Big legal changes for Uber and Bolt in South Africa
The Department of Transport has gazetted the National Transport Amendment Act, requiring e-hailing drivers to obtain operating licences, put branding on their cars, and fit them with panic buttons, among other conditions.
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Saving Uber in South Africa
As a former vehicle rental service CEO, Outa CEO Wayne Duvenage has extensive experience in the transport industry. We asked what he would do if he were charged with regaining the public’s trust in Uber or Bolt.