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Updated · The Washington Post · Sep 3Uber Ends Nigeria Operations After 12 Years as High Oil Prices Deepen Africa Retreat
3 articles · Updated · The Washington Post · Sep 3Summary
- Uber abruptly shut its ride-hailing service in Nigeria on Wednesday and also ceased operations in Uganda, shrinking its footprint in Africa.
- 12 years after entering Africa’s most populous country, the company cited operating challenges and high oil prices behind the pullout.
- Drivers said they learned of the shutdown in real time with little warning, while some passengers reported receiving notices during active trips.
- The exit leaves Uber with a diminished presence on the continent after a surprise halt in two markets at once.
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As Uber abandons Nigeria and Uganda overnight, will local apps fill the void, or will commuters face skyrocketing fares and stranded drivers? With Uber pivoting to robotaxis globally, is their sudden African exit truly about fuel costs, or a shift away from human drivers entirely?