Buupass expands with 13 new operators as it builds Africa’s mobility backbone

Buupass, Kenya’s digital mobility platform, has added 13 new transport operators to its network, marking a major step in its goal to power Africa’s transport and logistics sector.

The new partnerships cover key routes linking Nairobi to Mombasa, Dar es Salaam, Kigali, Burundi, South Sudan, and Ethiopia’s Moyale border town. The move also brings in parcel delivery companies Dama Parcel and Philkos Parcel, extending Buupass’s reach beyond passengers to logistics.

“This is what it means to move from paper to platform,” said Sonia Kabra, co-founder and co-CEO of Buupass. “Digitising sales and operations helps operators fill more seats, move more parcels, and cut cash leakages by up to 30%.”

The effect on new partners has been immediate. Buupass data shows a 20–25% rise in ticket sales through online and mobile channels, and reduced cash losses thanks to automated reporting and cashless systems.

Team Swat Shuttles, which serves the Rift Valley, highlighted how digital bookings make travel simpler for passengers, while Kwik Services Shuttle noted smoother operations with the system.

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Central to this growth is Buupass’s modular Bus Management System, which supports operators of any size — from small shuttles to cross-border fleets. The platform uses AI insights for demand forecasting and works with banks, telcos, and super-apps to widen distribution.

With its expanded network, Buupass now links Kenya to Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, and South Sudan. The company is focusing on three areas: coast-to-capital routes, frontier border towns, and nationwide parcel delivery.

Looking ahead, Buupass plans to add flights, accommodation, corporate travel, and micro-insurance, aiming to become a full travel and logistics platform.

“Our vision is to be the digital infrastructure powering Africa’s transport sector — making the movement of people and goods seamless, multimodal, and scalable,” Kabra said.

For passengers, the change means more route options and safer, trackable journeys. For small businesses, it brings faster parcel delivery. For Africa’s transport industry, it signals a push toward digital transformation at scale.