Uber talks e-hailing in Africa

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The evolution of ride sharing in SA is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.

Our host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Frans Hiemstra, GM for Sub-Saharan Africa at Uber.

Topics of discussion include: the size and scope of Uber’s business in Africa; differences between the markets; the impact of inflationary pressure of the company’s pricing; safety of drivers and riders; trends in the gig economy; relationship with drivers; and competition in SA’s ride sharing market.
25 May 2022 English South Africa Business News · News

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