Uber collaborated with AURA in 2018. AURA is South Africa’s security and medical response platform which currently has more than 250,000 active users. The collaboration provides drivers and riders on the Uber platform access to a vetted private security response unit, which is closest to their location, using a connected device. Uber app users are also encouraged to guard their safety with Uber’s in-app Safety Toolkit. Tips on how to keep safe when hailing a rideWhile ride-hailing services like Uber are incorporating automated and seamless security features into their offerings to help enhance driver and rider safety, what can you do to further minimise your safety risk?

Source: The North Africa Journal June 13, 2022 07:07 UTC