EKASINOMICS: SA startup Thumela launches last mile deliveries platform
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South African startup Thumela has developed a counter-to-counter last-mile logistics solution to help e-commerce businesses and individuals send and collect parcels faster, cheaper, and more conveniently.
Launched in May, Thumela transports parcels via trusted and vetted public taxi drivers who travel fixed routes. The logistics startup partners with tuck shops in townships or in rural areas, and businesses in or near public taxi ranks, as drop-off and collection points.
With this innovation, founder Zamokuhle Thwala said, Thumela affords its customers the convenience to combine their daily commuting with collection of parcels and thus improve collection experience.
Launched in May, Thumela transports parcels via trusted and vetted public taxi drivers who travel fixed routes. The logistics startup partners with tuck shops in townships or in rural areas, and businesses in or near public taxi ranks, as drop-off and collection points.
With this innovation, founder Zamokuhle Thwala said, Thumela affords its customers the convenience to combine their daily commuting with collection of parcels and thus improve collection experience.
