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Scepticism Meets Bawumia Launch Of Local Ride-Hailing App Called GoRide
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Scepticism Meets Bawumia Launch Of Local Ride-Hailing App Called GoRide

by  Delali Adogla-Bessa 2 min read
  • Vice President Mahamadu Bawumia has launched a new ride-hailing platform developed locally called GoRide
  • GoRide comes with a 10% rate of commission, lower than the 20% commission on existing ride-hailing apps
  • Bawumia described the new ride-hailing app as a symbol of empowerment, innovation and local pride

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Vice President Mahamadu Bawumia launched a new ride-hailing platform developed locally on October 23.

The platform is meant to help commuters find commercial taxis and has been named GoRide.

Bawumia Launch Of Local Ride-Hailing App
Some Ghanaians are unconvinced by the need for the GoRide app. Source: Dr. Mahamudu Bawumi
Source: Facebook

Graphic Online reported that GoRide gives the process of finding a ride a modern twist by making it easier for passengers and drivers to connect without disrupting the essence of the local transport system.

It also has a 10% commission, lower than the 20% commission on similar apps.

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He described the platform as a revolutionary ride-hailing app born from a strategic public-private partnership to improve the country’s transport sector.

Bawumia said GoRide was a symbol of empowerment, innovation and local pride.

“This is about restoring dignity to our drivers and ensuring that they thrive," Bawumia said.

Ghanaians unconvinced by GoRide

Some Ghanaians have doubts about the new app's viability and questioned its relevance.

For example, Imani Africa President Franklin Cudjoe noted that there were more pressing concerns for drivers.

"Dr Mahamudu Bawumia launched a taxi app today. Meanwhile, Concerned drivers are threatening a 15% hike in transport fares due to escalating costs."

A citizen who tested the app dismissed its usefulness. "I loaded the Goride, and guess what? It’s a useless app with nothing on there, no ride, nothing."

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Ride-hailing car owners on platforms like Uber must now pay a Vehicle Income Tax from January 1, 2024.

The Ghana Revenue Authority released a statement with guidelines for ride-hailing companies and users to adhere to.

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Source: YEN.com.gh

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Delali Adogla-Bessa (Current Affairs Editor) Delali Adogla-Bessa is a Current Affairs Editor with YEN.com.gh. Delali previously worked as a freelance journalist in Ghana and has over seven years of experience in media, primarily with Citi FM, Equal Times, Ubuntu Times. Delali also volunteers with the Ghana Institute of Language Literacy and Bible Translation, where he documents efforts to preserve local languages. He graduated from the University of Ghana in 2014 with a BA in Information Studies. Email: delali.adogla-bessa@yen.com.gh.

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