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inDrive puts drivers first with 1% commission in South Africa

Nov 12, 2025 inDrive, Ashif Black, drivers' earnings,


inDrive puts drivers first with 1% commission in South Africa

 

inDrive is putting South African ride-hailing drivers first with a 1% commission initiative now live in Johannesburg and Pretoria, reaffirming its commitment to fairness and better earnings for South African drivers at a time when the industry faces growing frustration over high platform commissions. This initiative, running from 1 November to 31 December 2025, allows drivers to keep 99% of their fare income, allowing them to earn more while providing riders with affordable, negotiable transport options.

 

Amid rising fuel costs and a wave of driver protests across South Africa calling for fairer pay structures, inDrive’s 1% commission model stands out as a practical show of solidarity with drivers. The initiative highlights the company’s belief that those powering the mobility sector deserve to benefit most from their work.

 

“South African drivers work incredibly hard and have been vocal about the need for fairer systems,” said Ashif Black, inDrive Country Representative in South Africa. “We’ve listened and we’re acting. With the 1% commission initiative, we’re ensuring drivers take home more of what they earn, while riders still enjoy the freedom to agree on fair, affordable fares.” 

 

Setting itself apart from industry norms, often marked by high commissions and rigid pricing models, inDrive’s peer-to-peer model allows drivers and passengers to negotiate fares directly, promoting transparency, choice and mutual respect. Even beyond this limited-time initiative, inDrive’s commission globally, including in South Africa never exceeds 10.95%, ensuring drivers consistently earn more from every trip.

 

“We know that a sustainable transport ecosystem can’t exist without drivers who feel valued,” said Black. “Our goal is to keep proving that fairness and profitability can go hand in hand.”

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