DAR ES SALAAM, Tanzania – Uber has officially ceased operations in Tanzania as of January 30, 2026, closing a decade-long chapter of ride-hailing convenience in the country’s largest cities. The company announced the decision with regret, thanking Tanzanians for their support since its 2016 launch in Dar es Salaam. “This chapter comes to an end, but our gratitude to you remains,” Uber wrote to customers, noting the service had become part of daily commuting for many urban residents. so Uber gave up on Tanzania? and left the market…. pic.twitter.com/w4EpYXgT1R — Benjamin Fernandes 🇹🇿 (@Benji_Fernandes) January 31, 2026 Impact on Travel…
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The Federation of Public Transport Sector (FPTS) has suspended the nationwide matatu strike that was scheduled for Monday, February 2, 2026, following consultations with key stakeholders. In a notice issued on Sunday, February 1, 2026, the federation explained: “Following consultations between representatives of Boda Boda Operators, PSV Operators and Security Agencies, it was agreed that the Matatu Strike scheduled for Monday, February 2, 2026, be suspended to give dialogue a chance.” 🚨 UPDATE 🚨 The matatu strike scheduled for Monday, 2nd February 2026 has been suspended following stakeholder consultations. ✔️ Public transport will operate as usual ✔️ Dialogue continues toward…
The Kenyan government has announced plans to expand its tourism levy to cover short-term rental accommodations, bringing platforms such as Airbnb, Booking.com, Jumia Travel, and other digital booking services into the country’s formal tourism tax framework. Under the proposed changes, short-term rental operators will be required to pay a 2% tourism levy on bookings, aligning them with hotels, lodges, and serviced apartments that already contribute to the levy. Officials say the initiative is part of broader efforts to modernize revenue collection, strengthen oversight of the fast-growing short-term rental market, and promote fair competition across the tourism sector. Formalising the Short-Stay…
Airtel Africa has posted another strong set of results, underscoring its role as one of Africa’s most influential players in digital infrastructure and financial inclusion. For the nine months ended 31 December 2025, the pan-African telecoms group reported revenues of $4.67 billion, representing 24.6% growth in constant currency. The performance was driven by surging data usage, expanding smartphone adoption, and the rapid scaling of Airtel Money across its footprint. The company’s total customer base rose 10% to 179.4 million, with data customers up 14.6% to 81.8 million. Smartphone penetration reached 48.1%, reflecting Africa’s accelerating shift toward mobile-first digital services. Data…
Co-operative Bank has broken ranks with Kenya’s top lenders by anchoring both new and existing variable-rate Kenya Shilling loans to the KESONIA benchmark, offering rare clarity amid industry hesitation over the Central Bank’s new pricing model. Co-op Bank Leads with KESONIA Adoption for Existing Loans In a public notice issued this week, Co-operative Bank confirmed it will transition all existing variable-rate Kenya Shilling-denominated credit facilities to the Kenya Shilling Overnight Interbank Average (KESONIA) from 28th February 2026, aligning fully with the Central Bank of Kenya’s (CBK) revised risk-based credit pricing framework. This move sets Co-op Bank apart from its peers,…
Cold Solutions Kiambu (SEZ) Limited has secured Sh2.47 billion (USD19 million) in funding from Mirova, an affiliate of Natixis Investment Managers focused on sustainable investing. The investment will accelerate the company’s development of energy-efficient, temperature-controlled warehousing and logistics infrastructure in Kenya, with a strong emphasis on agri-solar innovation. Located in Tatu City, Cold Solutions Kiambu operates a flagship facility with approximately 15,000 pallet positions, integrating rooftop solar systems and ammonia-based refrigeration to reduce post-harvest losses and support pharmaceutical integrity. The funding, channeled through the Mirova Gigaton Fund, reinforces the company’s commitment to climate-smart logistics and positions it as a key…