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Qiktruck puts driver welfare first

QIKTRUCK LOGISTICS, a start-up in the industry, has
announced a groundbreaking partnership with WELO Health,
also a start-up in the healthtech industry. This collaboration
empowers QikTruck Logistics drivers to access health care
services from anywhere, ensuring their well-being is a top
priority.

In an industry known for its fast-paced and demanding
nature, QikTruck Logistics is setting a new standard
for driver care. Through this strategic alliance with
WELO Health, it is committed to transforming the driver
experience, making comprehensive medical services
accessible to its valued team members. The company’s
drivers can now access medical consultations, advice and
support from virtually any location, whether on the road, at
home or at one of their hubs.

The collaboration with WELO Health brings a
comprehensive suite of health care services, including
virtual doctor consultations, on-site health care at depos,
prescription services and more. Drivers will receive top-tier
health care solutions when and where they need them.
Wesley Sono, Chief Operations Officer at QikTruck Logistics.
QikTruck Logistics doesn’t view itself as just a logistics
company, but a community of drivers who ensure the delivery expectations may receive additional bonuses or
seamless flow of goods across the nation. Its commitment rewards to recognise their dedication and hard work.
to driver welfare is unwavering and the partnership with
WELO Health marks a significant milestone in delivering on “I am honoured to announce the partnership between
that promise. QikTruck and WELO Health,” declares Wesley Sono, Chief
Operations Officer. “As we support nearly 2,000+ drivers
QikTruck Logistics is a non-asset-based 4PL model that throughout South Africa – often with their indispensable
partners with drivers on a per-load basis. The funding model helpers, providing access to on-demand medical care,
for the benefits provided to drivers is structured to ensure including doctors and nurses, is a top priority. We would
a fair and sustainable partnership. Each load is associated also like to extend our gratitude to our drivers, the true
with a predetermined compensation and as part of the backbone of our company. Without their dedication, we
funding model. wouldn’t have reached the heights we have today. This
collaboration exemplifies our commitment to the well-being
QikTruck allocates a portion of the load revenue to cover of our team, recognising their indispensable role in our
benefits, which may include health insurance, retirement success.”
plans and other incentives aimed at enhancing the overall
well-being of its drivers. “We are extremely excited about this partnership and the
difference it will make for QikTruck Logistics drivers. Health
Also, to encourage optimal performance and reliability, the care on demand without limiting productivity is our play. We
company incorporates performance-based incentives into could not have chosen a better partner with whom to do
the funding model. Drivers who consistently meet or exceed this,” adds WELO Health CEO Zanele Abraham Matome. •

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