End of an era: Uber exits Uganda, Nigeria after decade in market What you need to know: - The capital saved from global headcount reductions and operational exits will be redirected toward core ride-sharing tech, delivery services, and autonomous vehicle research. - Uber has already pledged over $10 billion to autonomous vehicle partnerships, including investments in companies like Avride Inc., Lucid Group, Nuro Inc., and Rivian Automotive. Global ride-hailing pioneer Uber has officially ended its operations in Uganda, bringing a sudden close to its decade-long presence in the country’s urban transport sector. In a statement sent to users and local partners on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, the San Francisco-based tech firm revealed that the exit takes effect immediately following an extensive review of its business priorities across Sub-Saharan Africa. "We are writing to share some difficult news. After a thorough review of our business, we have made the tough decision to wind down our operations in Uganda, effective September 2, 2026," the company stated in an official notice to users. "Since we first launched in Kampala in 2016, it has been an absolute privilege to be a part of your daily life, connecting you with independent transportation providers." The Ugandan exit is part of a broader retreat from select African jurisdictions, with the company simultaneously shuttering operations in Nigeria. The move leaves Uber operating in only four African markets: Egypt, Ghana, Kenya, and South Africa, following its exit from Tanzania in 2022 and Ivory Coast in 2025. An official spokesperson for the company clarified that the withdrawal is specific to the two nations and reflects a shift toward higher-yielding regions. "After a thorough review, we have taken the difficult decision to wind down operations in Nigeria and Uganda," an Uber spokesperson confirmed. "This decision is limited strictly to these two