E-hailing shutdown: Disruptions from Sandton to Parktown head office
Thousands of commuters across Joburg can expect to face transport disruptions today as Uber and Bolt drivers protest over alleged unfair excessive commission deductions.
E-hailing drivers in Joburg have launched a shutdown in protest against what they call commission structures imposed by e-hailing companies like Uber and Bolt.
The action is expected to leave commuters stranded.
@caxtonjoburgnorth E-hailing drivers in Joburg have staged a protest citing unfair high commission fees. The drivers are expected to start at Kramerville and make their way to Parktown. Some drivers have gathered at Bolt’s headquarters in Randburg #uberprotest #sandton #ehailing #sandtonchronicle #caxtonlocalmedia ♬ original sound – Caxton Joburg North
Drivers began gathering early this morning in Sandton, before marching to Uber’s headquarters in Parktown, demanding that their concerns over e-hailing fares and commission be addressed.
Read more: Uber South Africa responds to protest action by driver-partners
According to drivers, some platforms deduct as much as 40% commission per trip, which they say is unsustainable in the face of rising fuel prices, car maintenance costs, insurance costs, and the general cost of living
Also read: Pedestrians waiting for e-hailing services allegedly targeted
@EFF @SABCNews @News24 @News24 Uber is on strike today at 12 Charles Crescent. Uber is taking 40% Uber drivers can’t survive in this Economy. Petrol, service car, insurance, tyres are from driving while also he must make a living out what he get. Please intervene #FamilyMeeting pic.twitter.com/0Fjp5aPYFn
— Klippies (@climaxclii) July 15, 2025
Commuters have been advised to make alternative travel plans, as disruptions to Uber and Bolt services are expected throughout the day.
The strike is open-ended, with drivers vowing to continue until a formal response is received from the affected companies.
Neither Uber nor Bolt had issued an official statement by the time of publication.
This is an ongoing story. An update will be provided once it becomes available.
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