Uber Exits Nigeria, Uganda After Years Of Operations, Retains Presence In Ghana, Three Other African Countries
Uber is exiting the Nigerian and Ugandan markets as part of a strategic shift to focus on more scalable African regions. The company will maintain operations in Egypt, Ghana, Kenya, and South Africa.
Why it matters
This move reflects a broader trend of multinational tech companies re-evaluating their investment strategies in emerging African markets.
In a statement shared with Techpoint Africa, Uber said the decision affects only Nigeria and Uganda and would not alter its operations in its other African markets.
Uber has ended its operations in Nigeria and Uganda, effective Wednesday, September 2, 2026, after reviewing its business priorities and investment strategy across Africa
The company announced the decision on Wednesday, saying it would redirect its investments to African markets where it believes it can provide earning opportunities for drivers at scale and enable riders to access transportation services more easily.
“After a thorough review, we have taken the difficult decision to wind down operations in Nigeria and Uganda, effective September 2, 2026,” an Uber spokesperson said.
The company said its immediate priority is to support drivers, riders and local team members affected by the shutdown throughout the transition period.
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