Tag: Ride hailing
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Ride-hailing drivers push for government regulation of business
As fuel prices continue to rise, the Online Drivers’ Union is calling on the government to regulate the activities of ride-hailing companies operating in the country. The group argues that despite their poor conditions of service, and the lack of pension contributions in their line of work, the service providers have failed to adjust their…
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Bolt expands category with launch of ‘Bolt Comfort’
Bolt, a leader in the ride-hailing industry in Africa, has raised the bar in the market with the launch of ‘Bolt Comfort’ service category explicitly designed for riders seeking more relaxation and ease. Selection of drivers into the ‘Bolt Comfort’ category is based on the three criteria of good ratings, are in possession of a…
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Bolt launches Web App to make ride-hailing services more accessible
Bolt, a leading ride-hailing platform in Ghana, has launched the Bolt Web App, a cost-effective alternative for riders to request a trip on a web browser. The Bolt Web App is a great option for riders using mobile phones with limited capabilities in terms of high-performance user experience, internal phone storage or even those who…
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Uber had 6,000 US sexual assault reports in two years
Uber said it received almost 6,000 reports of sexual assault in the United States in 2017 and 2018. While the number of cases rose in 2018, the rate of incidents dropped by 16%, as the number of journeys was higher. Passengers – as opposed to drivers – accounted for nearly half of those accused of…