Uber Exits Nigeria, Uganda After Years Of Operations, Retains Presence In Ghana, Three Other African Countries

Uber has announced its exit from Nigeria and Uganda, ending its operations in both countries effective Wednesday, September 2, 2026, following a review of its business priorities and investment strategy across Africa.

The ride-hailing company said it would redirect investments towards African markets where it believes it can create earning opportunities for drivers at scale while making transportation services more accessible to riders.

In a statement shared with Techpoint Africa, an Uber spokesperson said the decision affects only Nigeria and Uganda and would not impact the company’s operations in its other African markets.

“After a thorough review, we have taken the difficult decision to wind down operations in Nigeria and Uganda, effective September 2, 2026,” the spokesperson said.

Uber said its immediate priority is to support drivers, riders and local team members affected by the shutdown throughout the transition period. The company added that rider support would remain available for 21 days after the closure to address outstanding enquiries and other matters arising from the withdrawal.

The company also clarified that its decision to leave Nigeria was not connected to a recent directive by the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria concerning e-hailing operations at Nigerian airports.

Uber said users’ data would continue to be handled in accordance with applicable data protection laws, privacy requirements and its data protection policies. It added that data would be retained only for periods required by law, while existing security controls and legal obligations would remain in place.

The latest withdrawal follows Uber’s exit from Tanzania in February 2026 and its departure from Ivory Coast in 2025, after six years of operations in the country.

Following the latest exits, Uber will continue its operations in four African countries — Egypt, Ghana, Kenya and South Africa, according to Techpoint Africa.

Despite leaving Nigeria and Uganda, Uber said it remains committed to Sub-Saharan Africa and continues to see long-term opportunities across the region.