
Widespread concern has erupted across South Africa following the alleged kidnapping and abuse of social media personality Simthande Myeza during what was initially believed to be a Bolt e-hailing ride in Durban last Wednesday.
The incident has prompted renewed scrutiny of passenger safety when using e-hailing services, with growing calls on social media to boycott the e-hailing company amid fears over driver accountability and vetting processes.
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According to a statement released by the Myeza family, Simthande Myeza was allegedly abducted in the Umbilo area shortly after entering a Bolt vehicle.
He reportedly became…
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