Taxify operates in more than 30 cities around the world including Namibia where it has become popular among customers who want to save money on their rides by using their app instead of Uber.
. The company offers transport services on a mobile app, which connects taxi drivers and passengers through a smartphone interface.
Do you want to know how much Taxify drivers make in Namibia?
Taxify has a very simple business model: they don’t own any cars or employ drivers; they just connect riders with independent contractors who use their own vehicles as taxis. They take 20% commission from each ride, which means that if someone takes 10 trips per week on average, then Taxify can expect about R1 500 per week from them (after deducting costs).
Taxify has a very simple business model.
Taxify drivers are independent contractors and not employees, so you can make your own schedule and work on your own time.
Taxify offers its services in Africa, Eastern Europe, Asia and Oceania as well as parts of South America.
Customers place orders by downloading the Taxify app and typing their locations.
- Taxify is an app that allows you to order a taxi or private car. It’s available on Android and iOS devices, so you can use it no matter what kind of phone you have.
- You can download the Taxify app from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store for free.
- To start using Taxify, simply enter your location and request a ride through the app.
There are no hidden charges for using Taxify: there’s no commission on bookings nor delivery fee for riders; only 15% commission for drivers.
The platform charges a 15% commission from drivers while a delivery fee is charged to customers.
The commission is deducted from the driver’s pay, while the delivery fee is paid by the customer. The delivery fee covers the cost of the ride, meaning that in addition to paying your fare, you will be charged an additional amount for your food order or other goods delivered by your driver.