Bolt Secures License to Operate in Kenya After Fulfilling NTSA Demands
This good news came after NTSA had refused to issue the ride-hailing service a new license to continue operations in the country earlier this month.
South African Startup WhereIsMyTransport Shuts Down Due to Funding Shortage
WhereIsMyTransport is specialised in mapping both formal and informal public transport networks to enhance the public transport experience, with a focus on safety and accessibility. They even provided their data to governments.
Bolt Experiences Setback in Kenya as Its Bid for License Renewal Gets Rejected.
The Kenyan National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has said no to renewing Bolt's license. NTSA's decision is because they think Bolt broke the rules, like charging extra fees.
inDrive Faces Threat of Being Banned in Botswana
On the 26th of September, the Department of Road Transport and Safety (DRTS) received a petition from the Taxi Association claiming that inDrive is operating without the necessary licenses.