‘That could have been me’: Cartrack insider breaks silence as calls for accountability intensify

Fresh allegations about workplace culture at vehicle tracking company Cartrack have emerged, with an insider claiming a culture of fear, pressure and intimidation left many employees feeling powerless and afraid to raise concerns.

In an exclusive interview with YNews, the source said numerous current and former employees reported strikingly similar experiences.

“I realised my experience was not unique,” the insider said. “I began to understand that many people felt unable to speak out because they were afraid of being targeted, victimised or facing consequences for raising concerns.”

The claims come amid growing scrutiny of Cartrack following public outrage over allegations surrounding the death of employee, Gcina Dladla, an incident that has raised broader questions about workplace conditions and corporate accountability in South Africa.

A WORKPLACE DRIVEN BY FEAR 

“Many employees felt that they were constantly under scrutiny and that mistakes were met with criticism rather than support or guidance. Instead of feeling motivated to perform at their best, employees often felt anxious about making mistakes or attracting negative attention,” the insider said.

The whistleblower said this created an atmosphere where workers became reluctant to raise concerns, fearing repercussions from management.

“There was a noticeable lack of trust between employees and management,” they said.

While the allegations remain unverified accounts from an insider and others who have shared similar experiences, the growing number of claims has raised questions about whether employees feel safe reporting concerns without fear of retaliation.

@CartrackZA oh sana, I’m unemployed because of you so I have time. I want to expose you. https://t.co/KqEVkYZurs pic.twitter.com/KsCBXOXH9p

— Ma Dlamini (@Daiisy119) June 10, 2026

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What car track did to ingane yasekhaya, painful is an understatement. Having to see her trend like this on social media for something that could’ve been prevented is super super sad #cartrack #justiceforgcina pic.twitter.com/bTV01KWwsc

— Black-Jesus💧🇿🇦 (@KingMntungwa) June 9, 2026

CALLS FOR ACCOUNTABILITY GROW 

Meanwhile, the African National Congress Youth League (ANCYL) handed over a ten-point memorandum of demands to Cartrack management following a picket outside the company’s Rosebank offices on Thursday. 

Delivered by ANCYL Regional secretary general, Zonke Vilakazi, the memorandum calls for transparency and accountability regarding the circumstances surrounding Dhladhla’s death, and urges the company to cooperate fully with ongoing investigations. 

“We’re giving them 14 days. They must tell us about their work procedures, the systems that they have for workers who are suffering from mental disorders. We must check their labour issues regarding leave, particularly sick leave. Moreover, we are trying to get our department officials to come here,” she stressed.

Addressing the crowd of protesters, Cartrack CEO, Joshua Victor, said the company had met with the Dladla family on Wednesday. 

“We are here to support them and cooperate with the authorities. We are working together with them for a full and transparent investigation. We accept the memorandum and will provide feedback within due course. Please allow the investigation by the South African Police Service and the Department of Labour to run its course,” Victor said. 

Following their meeting, the Dhladhla family and Cartrack issued a joint statement.

The family described the engagement as emotional but constructive, saying it provided greater clarity around the events surrounding their daughter’s death.

Family representative, Thamsanqa Mbuli, said the discussion helped clarify aspects of the sequence of events and formed part of the family’s healing process.

“We’d like to thank Cartrack management for their cooperation, allowing an organic first discussion that was open and transparent.”

The family has also urged the public not to prejudge the outcome of the ongoing investigations.