Johannesburg Residents Left Hanging as Emergency Medical and E-hailing Services Withdrawn in Crime Hotspots

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Johannesburg Residents Left Hanging as Emergency Medical and E-hailing Services Withdrawn in Crime Hotspots
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The withdrawal of emergency medical and e-hailing services for safety reasons in some crime-ridden areas in Johannesburg is a blow for residents and commuters. E-hailing services are also out of reach for some of these communities as drivers take precautions and avoid the areas to guard their safety.

The withdrawal of emergency medical and e-hailing services for safety reasons in some crime-ridden areas in Johannesburg is a blow for residents and commuters. In a medical emergency, it must be a scary thought that services are out of reach. This is the situation many crime-ridden Johannesburg communities find themselves in. E-hailing services are also out of reach for some of these communities as drivers take precautions and avoid the areas to guard their safety.

Crimes against ride-hailing drivers continue to be a national issue of great concern. The safety of the drivers who use the Bolt platform is of utmost importance to us

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