In South Africa, new regulations under the National Land Transport Act have officially recognized e-hailing services like Uber and Bolt as public transport, requiring drivers to obtain specific e-hailing operating licenses, display company branding, and install panic buttons in vehicles. These changes, driven by a need to formalize the sector and address conflicts with traditional taxi services, also mandate criminal background checks, Professional Driving Permits (PDPs), and vehicle roadworthiness tests for drivers. Instagram · Twitter