The British oil giant BP has announced a global partnership and charging arrangement with Uber. Under this partnership, BP will provide “bespoke” charging options to Uber drivers across its EV charging network. By 2030 in the United States, Canada, and Europe and by 2040 in the rest of the world, Uber wants to have a…
Uber Kenya has petitioned Kenya’s Supreme Court to overturn new digital taxi-hailing regulations that limit commission fees to 18%, down from 25%. According to Uber, the cap would reduce the company’s earnings and prevent it from investing further in Kenya. The rule is expected to go into effect in the coming weeks. The regulations have…
Uber and other ride-hailing services are revolutionizing the way we get around. With only a few taps on a smartphone, you can be on your way in no time, satisfying the modern consumer’s desire for on-demand, accessible, and convenient services. According to recent research by Genesis Analytics and the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA), data…
Since entering the African market less than ten years ago, Uber, a worldwide ride-hailing services provider, has completed one billion journeys. On the continent, it has traveled over 10 billion kilometers. The organization is making significant progress on the African continent, including providing job opportunities as well as safer and more convenient transportation options. Uber…
Didi Chixung, the Chinese ride-hailing behemoth, has announced the closure of its operations in South Africa (SA), a year after it first opened its doors on the continent. A Didi representative in South Africa confirmed the closure to TechCrunch but did not elaborate on the reasons for the shutdown. “We have made the tough choice…
Uber now allows its users to see how their Uber drivers rate them. Riders can now see how those ratings are calculated, according to the app-based cab aggregator. A breakdown of the ratings you receive from drivers after each trip, as well as how you rate them, will now be available to all Uber users…
AURA, one of South Africa’s leading security and medical response marketplaces, has appointed David Myers as its COO. Previously a GM and Regional Operations Lead at Uber for Europe, Middle East & Africa, Myers brings with him decades of experience that will stand him in perfect stead for this position, according to a statement from…
In 2016, 34 plaintiffs filed a suit against Uber Kenya Limited. Their claim? Uber’s group of companies had violated an online contract signed by drivers in Kenya. According to court documents, the contract stipulated that the plaintiffs would transport Uber’s Kenya customer base at a minimum of $0.54 per kilometre, with a minimum fare of $2.71. Under…
Ride-hailing company, Uber has announced the expansion of its services to two new cities in Nigeria, Port Harcourt and Ibadan. With this move, Uber’s services will now be available in five cities including Lagos, Abuja and Benin City. According to Uber, the move is intended to unlock growth opportunities in the cities for drivers who…
It appears that the authorities of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja are set to commence a regime of licensing ride-hailing drivers and ensuring compliance from October 1st, 2021. This follows a series of clampdowns targeted at operators in the city for about 3 months now and a subsequent outcry. This is according to documents and materials…
Is Uber raising your fare based on your battery percentage? Written By Aleksandar Anastasov The topic of privacy has been a heated one for some time now, and if you are wary of large companies taking a peek into your life without you knowing, you would not be the only one. Recently, a Twitter user reported…
Mobile West Africa has confirmed that its 2016 conference, taking place in Lagos on 20th & 21st April, will feature its strongest ever speaker line-up. Representatives from Jumia, Huawei, Uber, Opera, iROKO Partners and Google are set to deliver presentations to confirmed delegates from companies including Konga, Wikimedia Foundation, Grant Thornton, Promasidor and Ringier Nigeria….
Nigeria mobile payment platform, Paga has announced a partnership with technology company, Uber. The global company that has revolutionized the way people think about travel, which accepts payments for services via its app is looking to broaden its reach across Nigeria by making its services accessible to all commuters, irrespective of how they choose to…