The rollout will tackle rising costs, improve driver safety and support job creation, as SA’ e-hailing sector shifts towards electric mobility.
South Africans increasingly adopt ride-hailing, as convenience and costs reshape mobility choices in major cities.
Search had a strong quarter with AI driving usage, queries at an all-time high and 19% revenue growth, says CEO Sundar Pichai.
The city’s urban mobility directorate expects another 13 e-buses to arrive between October and December.
Ride-hailing increasingly supplements income for gig workers, amid high unemployment and financial pressure, says Ipsos.
The MVNO partners with global eSIM technology services provider Airalo to give travellers to SA instant access to mobile services.
The e-hailing firm’s investment will fund electric vehicle rollout, Uber Moto expansion and initiatives for driver-partners across SA.
South Africans explore the purchase of electric vehicles as fuel price hikes kick in, with government incentives and used EV availability supporting adoption.
A 23-year veteran of the Siemens Group, Florian Kellenberger will help Siemens Mobility accelerate SA’s digital rail transition.
Inspired Testing boasts an executive committee where women hold the majority of leadership roles.
The e-hailing firm introduces frequent verification checks for drivers and suspends offenders to improve rider safety in South Africa.
Charge and AfriForum warn the amendments could delay EV charging rollout and create regulatory uncertainty across national roads.