Uber leaves two key African markets — and their drivers in despair

high · Deutsche Welle · 11 Sep 2026 · 12:57 UTC · Corporate Control · 1 min read

Summary

Uber's sudden withdrawal from African markets exemplifies corporate control and exploitation of gig workers—drivers left without recourse, income, or safety nets after dependency on a platform that prioritized profit extraction over worker welfare.

Uber's departure from Nigeria and Uganda has left countless customers high and dry. But what about drivers? With fuel prices, maintenance and other operating costs rising, many say they're struggling to make a living.

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