Mobility

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

Analysis

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.

Mobility

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.

Insider

BD Insider: Uber goes wild

In today’s midweek update, we look at; Uber expands into tourism in South Africa with Uber Safari, Starlink doubles prices in Nigeria, Carry1st and Audiomack partner to simplify digital payments.

Mobility

Ride-hailing, but for travel. Uber targets tourism in new drive

The expansion extends beyond Europe. In Greece, it is expanding its Uber Boat service from Mykonos to Athens, Corfu, and Santorini. Visitors can book rides to beach clubs and lesser-known destinations, capitalizing on seasonal peaks in tourism, part of a broader goal to become a one-stop shop for tourists.

News

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.

Mobility

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.

Mobility

Ride drivers in Kenya commence five-day protest over Uber and Bolt’s non-implementation of 18% commission.

Kenyan Ride-hailing drivers have resorted to public protests over commission rates demanding that the government limit Uber and Bolt’s service fees

Newsletter

BD Insider 222: Uber in talks to invest ~$100 million in Moove

Inside: BDC reforms in Nigeria, Kenya's national digital ID programme and the truth about Gmail.

Mobility

Uber wants to roll out EVs in Africa, but it needs the government

Three years ago, Uber disclosed its plan to be a zero-emission platform by 2040, a commitment that is worth about $800 million, according to Dara Khosrowshahi, Uber's CEO.

News

Uber halts operations in Tanzania, cites tough regulations

Uber has suspended its operations in Tanzania due to the tough regulatory environment in the East African country.

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