Uber Exits Uganda After 10 Years

What the report says

Uber has said it will wind down its operations in Uganda and Nigeria as part of a wider global restructuring and review of its business priorities. According to Nile Post, the company’s exit from Uganda is set to take effect on September 2, 2026, ending about 10 years in the market. Uber also said the move would not affect its services in other African countries and reiterated that it still sees long-term potential in Sub-Saharan Africa.

In Uganda, Uber launched its ride-hailing service in Kampala in June 2016 and later operated mainly in the capital, with Jinja also listed among its service locations. The company did not disclose how many drivers were registered on its platform in the country, but it said at launch that it had signed up hundreds of drivers. Uber said its immediate focus is to support drivers, riders and local staff during the transition.

The Ugandan withdrawal comes alongside Uber’s biggest job cuts since the Covid-19 pandemic. The company plans to eliminate about 3,300 positions globally, or roughly 10% of its workforce at the end of 2025. Chief executive Dara Khosrowshahi said the company is simplifying its structure and reducing management layers. Uber said savings from the restructuring will be directed toward growth, innovation and strategic priorities, including autonomous mobility.

For Uganda’s ride-hailing market, the exit removes one of the best-known app-based transport platforms and may push users and drivers toward other services. More broadly, the decision reflects pressure on major tech firms to streamline operations while investing in newer transport technologies such as robotaxis.