Nigerian ride-hailing drivers take welfare fight to lawmakers

Drivers suffering under the weight of macroeconomic conditions have continued to advocate for acceptable policies to survive the ride-hailing sector, enduring low patronage.

Lagos gets electric tricycle hailing via Bolt

Bolt has launched electric tricycles in Lagos, expanding its green mobility strategy in Nigeria with battery-powered “keke” to reduce emissions and fuel costs.

Local ride-hailing app SimpliRide launches in Nigeria with zero commission

Simpliride, a driver-led ride-hailing platform, has launched in Lagos, Abuja, and Port Harcourt, offering a subscription-based alternative to Uber and Bolt. The initiative marks a major shift in Nigeria’s gig economy, empowering drivers with better pay and protections.

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.

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

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

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

Here’s how InDrive is thinking about combating offline rides

Soaring fuel costs have forced many drivers off the road, leaving the ride-hailing industry in a precarious position.

Nigerian Uber and Bolt drivers demand a greater cut of ride-hailing companies’ estimated ₦36 billion annual revenue

Nigerian drivers working for Uber and Bolt are demanding a reduction in commission rates, arguing that the current 25% cut is unsustainable given rising operational costs.

Uber and Bolt drivers deal with this one-year-old Nigerian Fintech startup signals driver autonomy

The move comes at a time when ride-hailing drivers in Nigeria are facing increasing challenges.

Ride-hailing war escalates as South African and Nigerian ride-hailing drivers receive prank orders

Nigeria and South African riders on platforms like Uber and Bolt are intentionally cancelling rides after drivers have arrived at pickup locations leading to a waste of resources.

Bolt to halt food delivery in Nigeria

As of December 7, 2023, Bolt Food will cease its operations in Nigeria. Consequently, residents will no longer be able to place orders through the platform.

Amidst “layoffs for restructuring”, Bolt wants to hire a country manager in Nigeria

In a move to improve its operational processes in Nigeria, ride-hailing company, Bolt has laid off 24% of its workforce in the country.