Kampala, Uganda | URN | Global ride-hailing company Uber is winding down its operations in Uganda and Nigeria, ending a 12-year presence in Uganda’s increasingly competitive ride-hailing market. Uber said its operations in the two countries would end effective Wednesday, September 2, 2026, following what it described as a “thorough review” of its business. “After a …

Bolt has reaffirmed its commitment to Nigeria after Uber ended its 12-year operations, promising continued support for riders, drivers and stakeholders nationwide.

Uber is taking a step back. After laying off 3,300 employees, the ride-hailing platform is exiting Nigeria and Uganda with immediate effect.

Uber plans to cut over 3,000 jobs globally, streamlining operations while focusing on autonomous vehicles and delivery services, as it exits Nigeria and Uganda.

Reactions have continued to trail the exit of global e-hailing company, Uber from Nigeria. DAILY POST reports that Uber announced its exit from Nigeria