Email: [email protected]
Cell: 0817840937
Website: https://agent-691967b107d25ae3d17d6f35--taxifind.netlify.app/
Bio: We are solving a pervasive problem in Gauteng: unsafe transport access for everyone. While all commuters face the threat of crime and road accidents, the risks are varied. Our data shows that high pedestrian fatality rates and illegal transport operations threaten all lives. However, we must also acknowledge that crime is often **gendered, with women and non-binary individuals disproportionately targeted for **sexual assault and harassment.
TaxiFinder is not just an anti-GBV tool; it's a universal safety solution that recognizes and addresses the full spectrum of risk, from hit-and-runs to targeted violence, ensuring every commuter can reach their ride safely.
1. Mitigating General Threats (For All Commuters)
* The Problem: The GDCS confirms that 63.84% of road fatalities are pedestrians. This general threat is immediate and affects everyone walking to a pickup spot.
* The Solution: Safe Navigation View (Screen 5): The app prioritizes guiding all users through routes that mitigate general hazards: well-maintained paths, fewer traffic crossings, and avoidance of known crime hotspots. This reduces exposure to reckless driving and opportunistic crime that affects all genders.
2. Addressing Targeted Threats (For Heightened Protection)
* The Problem: Criminal behaviour is often gendered, with women facing specific risks of sexual assault and harassment in transport hubs and vehicles.
* The Solution: Robust Safety Alerts (Screen 8): The Panic Button and Live Location Sharing are the core features for targeted protection. These tools empower all users—especially those at higher risk—to instantly alert trusted contacts and authorities when they perceive danger, providing a vital lifeline against personal attack, robbery, or GBV.
3. Verification and Trust for All
* The Problem: Illegal and non-compliant taxi operations pose a risk of accidents (physical threat) and being stranded (safety threat).
* The Solution: Verified Taxi Spots: The app only directs all users to established, compliant transport ranks. This ensures better safety standards, protecting against both reckless driving and unverified environments conducive to criminal activity.
SafeRide Finder’s mission is to ensure mobility justice—the right of every person, regardless of their gender, to move freely and safely.
* Empowerment: We use technology to give every commuter agency, providing them with the necessary information to avoid the specific dangers they face—be it a poorly lit road, a high-crime area, or an unverified transport operator.
* Integration: By aligning our Safety Alerts with the government's e-policing rollouts, we ensure that all citizens benefit from a rapid, digitally-supported emergency response, enhancing public safety infrastructure for the whole province.
Taxi Finder is the essential digital tool that provides universal, data-driven safety and reliable navigation, transforming the stressful commute into a secure journey for every person in Gauteng.
