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Simple, honest guides on getting around Gauteng safely, paying less, and earning more behind the wheel.
UberX has ended in South Africa. What can Gauteng riders use now?
UberX stopped in South Africa on 1 September 2026. Here is a plain guide to the e-hailing options left in Gauteng, from Joburg to Pretoria, and what to look for in a ride app.
Read the guide →How to become an e-hailing driver in South Africa (2026 guide)
A step-by-step guide to becoming an e-hailing driver in South Africa: what you need, what the law asks for, what it costs, and how to sign up with Loop.
Read the guide →E-hailing operating licence in Gauteng: a simple step-by-step guide
Do you need an operating licence to drive for e-hailing in Gauteng? Yes. Here is what it is, the documents you need, the steps, rough costs and how long it takes.
Read the guide →12 e-hailing safety tips every South African rider should know
Simple e-hailing safety tips for South Africa: check the car and driver, share your trip, never take offline rides, and know what to do if something feels wrong.
Read the guide →Safer e-hailing for women: features that actually help
Women riders in South Africa deserve to feel safe. Here are the e-hailing features and habits that help, from women driver preference to live trip sharing.
Read the guide →Paying cash for e-hailing: how it works on Loop
Can you pay cash for an e-hailing ride? Yes, with Loop. Here is how cash rides work, how the wallet helps, and tips to make paying cash smooth for you and your driver.
Read the guide →How e-hailing fares are worked out (and 7 ways to pay less)
Why does the same trip cost different amounts? A plain guide to how e-hailing fares are worked out in South Africa, plus simple ways to pay less for your ride.
Read the guide →How much do e-hailing drivers earn in South Africa? Work out your real take-home pay
What do e-hailing drivers really earn in South Africa? Learn how to work out your take-home pay after fees, fuel and car costs, with a simple example.
Read the guide →9 tips to earn more as an e-hailing driver (and waste less fuel)
Practical tips for e-hailing drivers in Gauteng: drive at the right times, cut empty kilometres, chase bonuses and keep your rating high.
Read the guide →Getting a ride to OR Tambo Airport: book ahead and travel stress-free
Need a ride to OR Tambo International Airport? How to schedule your e-hailing ride ahead, how much time to leave, and how to stay safe from fake drivers.
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