Uber is testing a new, cheaper option called UberNAM in South Africa, with trips starting from R19. Currently, the minimum rate is R25. Similar to its competitor Bolt’s Go option, the new service will mostly make use of hatchbacks, which according to Uber are “generally more affordable to maintain and run”. Bolt Go is 20%...
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