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Bolt driver arrested for allegedly stabbing clients, raises concerns over e-hailing safety

By Ragheema Mclean The Western Cape police have confirmed the arrest of a 39-year-old Bolt driver following an incident in Table View where two women were allegedly stabbed by the driver on Monday (6 May 2024). The pair opened a criminal case at the Table View Police Station earlier this week. SAPS Captain FC Van Wyk stated, “A 39-year-old male suspect was arrested yesterday [Wednesday] at about 16:00 at a […]

today9 May 2024

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E-hailing drivers threaten shutdown

E-hailing drivers from services including Bolt and Uber have threatened to shut down operations on Monday. The protest relates to ongoing safety concerns as well as issues surrounding drivers’ commissions. A number of e-hailing vehicles have been torched in recent months. Drivers are demanding that e-hailing companies and government address all their concerns. An economist and director at Antswisa Transaction Advisory, Miyelani Mkhabela, says the transportation sector is a critical engine to drive […]

today17 July 2023

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How to ensure your safety before, during and after using an e-hailing service

After reports emerged that a Bolt driver allegedly strangled and raped a passenger, the spotlight has been placed on e-hailing services and the safety and security of passengers. What can passengers do to keep safe? How are e-hailing service companies ensuring the safety of passengers? We list a few ways to improve your safety and security when using an e-hailing service. Before requesting a ride – Try to request your […]

today6 March 2022

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Like minibus taxis, Uber and Bolt will be allowed to load 100% capacity – but they’re not keen yet

Minibus taxi operators vowed to fill their vehicles to 100% passenger capacity, regardless of lockdown rules that limited passenger numbers in an effort to curb the spread of Sars-CoV-2. Shortly after that threat President Cyril Ramaphosa announced that, while many other restrictions on daily life would continue, the government had decided to allow minibus taxis to be 100% full – to the horror of some who fear that will put […]

today19 July 2020

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