GoNow scooters parked at Stellenbosch University, as the municipality issues a suspension notice following safety concerns after minors were injured.
The Stellenbosch Municipality has taken action in response to growing safety concerns surrounding GoNow scooters, announcing a suspension of the company’s operations and imminent shut down.
The move comes in the wake of incidents where two minors were injured while using the scooters, leading local authorities to reiterate that the vehicles are prohibited from public roads and sidewalks under existing regulations.
The company, which has been contacted by the Cape Argus for its response, has started a petition stating their business was at risk for bankruptcy and a suspension would impact commuters making use of its service.
Stuart Grobbelaar, spokesperson for Stellenbosch Municipality, confirmed the use of the scooters remains illegal on public roads and sidewalks and that legal advice was being sought on the way forward following a suspension notice.
