PHOTO | FILEOnline taxi-hailing firm Uber has warned their drivers in Kenya that they will be de-registered if they become violent during their protest in the wake of a go-slow over poor returns and unfavourable terms which started on Monday. In a statement released on Tuesday, members of the public were advised to lodge complaints against any drivers engaging in such acts of violence. Such acts will not be tolerated and Uber will permanently deactivate the account of any driver-partner who is found to be involved,” said Uber in a statement. Drivers under the banner of Members of Digital Taxi Association of Kenya (DTAK) have vowed to continue with the go-slow until their demands are met. RELATED STORY:Uber, Taxify drivers down tools over poor returnsThe drivers have decried the “un-ending offers” and “high commissions” tech firms deduct from their earnings.
Source: Daily Nation September 13, 2017 07:52 UTC