Driving the Future: Vooka Breakfast Show Chats with Shared Mobility CEO Manyoa Nong

The Vooka Breakfast Show had the privilege of speaking with Manyoa Nong, a South African tech innovator and the founder and CEO of Shared Mobility — a Johannesburg‑based company leading the digital transformation of the public transport sector. For two days, Shared Mobility transported our entire team from the Vooka studios to the Birchwood Hotel in Boksburg, where we broadcast live from the SANTACO National Elective Conference. In our conversation, Mr. Nong unpacked how his company is revolutionizing fleet tracking and modernized management systems for taxis and public transport operators across Africa — a perfect fit for a conference centred on the future of mobility in South Africa.

What Shared Mobility Is — In Simple Terms

Shared Mobility is a company built with a purpose. When Mr. Nong says they are mission driven, he means the company exists to solve a real problem, not just to make money. Their “North Star” is the big goal that guides every decision they make. Their mission is to transform public transportation in South Africa. That’s why the company is called Shared mobility — they focus on the systems and vehicles that many people share every day, like taxis, buses, and other public transport services.

He emphasised that the name Shared Mobility is not just a brand — it reflects the company’s purpose. Their work centres on the vehicles and systems that South Africans share daily: taxis, buses, scholar transport, and other public mobility services. By modernising these systems through technology, digital tools, and smarter management solutions, Shared Mobility aims to make public transport safer, more efficient, and more transparent for operators and commuters alike.

But Mr. Nong made it clear that their vision does not stop at South Africa’s borders. Shared Mobility sees itself as a continental player, ready to scale its innovations across Africa. The challenges faced by public transport operators in South Africa — from outdated systems to limited data visibility — are the same challenges faced in many African countries. For this reason, the company is preparing to expand its footprint and help transform the public transport industry across the continent.

During the discussion, Mr. Manoanong explained that Shared Mobility was present at the SANTACO National Elective Conference with an activation stand designed to educate operators about the company’s different divisions. He highlighted their fleet management division, which offers taxi operators a powerful web‑based system to run their businesses more efficiently. Through this platform, operators can track incidents in real time, remotely switch off a stolen vehicle using just their phone, and receive alerts when a vehicle deviates from its designated route.

Mmusi noted how impressive the technology is and asked about the real‑world importance of fleet management and mobility tracking. In response, Mr. Manoanong emphasized that these tools are essential for safety, efficiency, and accountability. They allow operators to monitor their vehicles closely, respond immediately to emergencies, and significantly reduce operational losses. Ultimately, he explained, Shared Mobility’s technology modernizes the taxi industry and brings it closer to global standards.

All in all, what truly stands out is the strength and importance of Shared Mobility’s different divisions — each one playing a critical role in modernising the public transport ecosystem. From advanced fleet tracking to real‑time incident monitoring and remote vehicle control, their platform gives operators the tools they need to manage their vehicles with confidence and precision. It’s a system built to enhance safety, improve efficiency, and bring accountability to an industry that millions of South Africans rely on every day. Shared Mobility isn’t just offering technology; it’s offering a smarter, more connected future for public transportation.

In the end, Shared Mobility’s specialised divisions show just how vital smart fleet tracking has become — and operators can rely on a platform that’s not only innovative, but truly trusted and reliable.