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Migrant labour in the digital age exploited

Brazil and India are starting to win gains for ‘platform’ workers such as delivery riders. Unions in South African must support similar struggles

  • Eyaaz
8 min read
The digital platforms the sector could contribute as much as R91.4 billion to the economy by 2035 and has increased its share to 1.38% from 0.02% in 2022.

Growing the digital platforms sector could boost the economy significantly, study shows

The study published by Naspers says problems with infrastructure, access, costs and regulations are slowing South Africa’s progress towards digital transformation

  • Eyaaz
3 min read
The association claims that Uber has not take action regarding some of its drivers refusing to allow guide dogs in their vehicles. (Photo by Jakub Porzycki/NurPhoto via Getty Images)

SA Guide Dog Association for the Blind wants to sue Uber for R10 million over alleged discrimination

The association claims that Uber has not take action regarding some of its drivers refusing to allow guide dogs in their vehicles

  • Umamah Bakharia
3 min read
Photo: SA Guide-Dogs

Guide dog association to sue Uber over ‘discrimination’

The ride service will face a case in the equality court over allegations that its drivers discriminate against people with disabilities

  • Umamah Bakharia
5 min read