# Uber South Africa has launched Women Drivers, allowing female riders to choose female drivers, prioritising safety and empowerment. Drawing on global insights and local testing, the service expands choice for women and creates new earning opportunities for female drivers. The general manager of Uber Sub-Saharan Africa, Deepesh Thomas, says the initiative is integrated with Uber’s safety features and boosts confidence, control, and inclusivity for women.
Uber’s innovation puts women in control with a women-driver service