In response to growing public discourse and concerns, Swyft, Antigua & Barbuda’s first taxi-hailing app, has issued a comprehensive statement reaffirming its mission to enhance mobility while respecting existing taxi services. The company emphasizes its goal to modernize the transportation sector without marginalizing traditional operators, focusing on connectivity, safety, and transparency. Swyft’s platform offers real-time ride booking, upfront fare estimates, cashless payments, and driver verification, ensuring a seamless experience for users. Since its soft launch during Carnival 2025, the app has demonstrated strong engagement, with over 300 ride requests fulfilled on its first day and drivers earning between $750 and $1,000 daily during peak periods. Swyft has proactively collaborated with the Antigua Barbuda Transport Board to align with local regulations, ensuring all drivers are licensed and compliant. The company welcomes oversight and dialogue with taxi associations and government bodies to co-develop safeguards that uphold public safety and fair competition. Swyft invites licensed operators to join its platform, offering benefits such as increased ride requests, flexible scheduling, and reduced idle time. The company commits to transparency, pledging periodic reports on rides, driver performance, and customer feedback. Swyft aims to prove that technology and tradition can coexist harmoniously, fostering innovation while respecting the established taxi industry.
Swyft responds to concerns surrounding their operations in Antigua & Barbuda
