LagRide drivers risk arrest over failure to use app weeks after CIG Motors assumed control

Despite achieving over ₦600 million ($389,911)  in gross merchandise value (GMV) on March 25, 2025, LagRide is struggling with driver churn this month.

Bolt suspended in Tunisia over allegations of money laundering and tax evasion

Tunisian authorities have suspended Bolt over allegations of money laundering and tax evasion, freezing $3.8 million in accounts. The move raises concerns over ride-hailing regulations in North Africa as Bolt challenges the decision.

Breaking: Zenolynk claims abrupt termination of LagRide contract by Lagos State

We officially exited the scheme on March 10, 2025, after a termination notice was served to us, Zenolynk said

EXCLUSIVE: Inside GAC subtle takeover of LagRide’s ride-hailing operations

The change of control marks the end of a five-year technical partnership between the Lagos State government and Zenolynk Technology Ltd., the app's original developer

EXCLUSIVE: Nigerian ride-hailing drivers launch SimpliRide to challenge industry giants

Drivers believe an indigenous app will be more attuned to their specific needs.

Meet the Cars45 Mafia: ex-employees turned founders

This group consists of Cars45 employees who have gone on to fund some of Africa's most exciting companies.

EXCLUSIVE: InDrive introduces bank transfer feature for trip payments

This move positions InDrive as the first ride-hailing platform in Nigeria to adopt this approach. It also affirms bank transfers as the most acceptable mode of trip payment

Moove acquires Kovi to fuel LatAm growth

The acquisition is driven by Moove’s pursuit of scale.  The company began expanding into the U.S. last August, seeking profitability.

EXCLUSIVE: Spiro to ramp up EV production in Nigeria with new assembly plant

The new plant will significantly boost production from the current 1,000 units in 2024 and mark the company's entry into the three-wheeler segment

Drivers in Côte d’Ivoire to receive up to $500 in-app loans from Yango

Gig workers in Côte d'Ivoire are getting lending solutions thanks to this initiative. It’s currently exclusive to Yango's partner drivers, but there are plans to expand it to consumers, food delivery agents, and merchants in the future.

LagRide to electrify fleet in 2025 with Chinese-made EVs

This would position LagRide as the first ride-hailing service in Nigeria to embrace electric vehicles

Nigerian startup Moove drives into US with Waymo partnership

This deal will see the African-based mobility service expand its services to the United States beginning 2025.