Uber is cutting about 3,300 jobs globally as part of a major restructuring that will also see the company shut down its operations in Nigeria and Uganda.
The job cuts represent roughly 10% of Uber’s global workforce, while the number of managers will be reduced by about 20%.
CEO Dara Khosrowshahi said the restructuring is aimed at simplifying the company’s management structure and focusing resources on three key areas: ride-hailing, delivery and autonomous vehicles.
Uber said the changes will reduce layers of management and allow savings to be redirected towards growth and innovation.
Uber Leaves Two African Markets
The company confirmed that it ended operations in Nigeria and Uganda on 2 September 2026.
Uber launched in Lagos in 2014 and expanded into Kampala in 2016. The two exits mean the company now operates in just four African markets: South Africa, Kenya, Ghana and Egypt.
The company previously withdrew from Côte d’Ivoire in 2025 and Tanzania in February 2026, meaning its African footprint has been significantly reduced over the past two years.
Uber said the decision was limited to Nigeria and Uganda and that it remains committed to sub-Saharan Africa.
South Africa Remains A Key Market
South Africa remains one of Uber’s priority African markets. Earlier this year, the company announced plans to invest R5 billion in South Africa over three years, including funding for electric vehicles, charging infrastructure and new earning opportunities for drivers.
The investment comes as Uber continues to navigate regulatory challenges in the country.
Despite the latest global restructuring, Uber’s core business remains strong. Gross bookings reached $58 billion in the quarter ended 30 June 2026, up 24% year-on-year.
The latest changes highlight Uber’s strategy of focusing its resources on markets and technologies it believes offer the strongest long-term growth opportunities.
Main Image: Business Insider Africa
