South Africa’s AURA raises $14.6 million to drive U.S. expansion and global ambitions
AURA raised €13.5 million in Series B funding to expand into the U.S. and nearly 50 countries. The funding round was co-led by Cathay AfricInvest Innovation Fund and Partech.
Nigerian ride-hailing drivers take welfare fight to lawmakers
Ride-hailing drivers conducted a log off action on MayDay to protest for better welfare. Drivers have petitioned the Lagos State House of Assembly for national policy recognition of their employment status.
May Day strike grounds ride-hailing in Nigeria as drivers demand fairer terms from Uber, Bolt
AUATON organized a nationwide strike on May Day, paralyzing ride-hailing services across major Nigerian cities. Over 500 drivers gathered at Onikan stadium in Lagos to voice their demands for better pay and working conditions.
Local ride-hailing app SimpliRide launches in Nigeria with zero commission
Simpliride has officially launched its services in Lagos, Abuja, and Port Harcourt. The platform operates on a subscription-based model, charging drivers a flat daily fee of ₦1500.
Nigerian ride-hailing drivers to strike on May 1 over low fares and poor working conditions
Ride-hailing drivers in Lagos announce plans to suspend services on May 1, 2025. Drivers protest against low fares and high commission rates imposed by platforms like Uber and Bolt.
