Kampala, you can skip the hassle of traffic and save money with uberBODA.

Have you been frustrated by Kampala’s traffic when going to an important meeting or needing to run a quick errand? Have you had moments of worrying about your safety while riding through the city?

If you’ve answered yes to the above, you’ll be happy to know that we’ve launched a safer and more affordable boda-boda option, uberBODA.

We’re combining the city’s unique and popular mode of transportation with our technology and in-app safety features to give you a better and improved boda travel experience.

How does uberBODA work?

uberBODA will exist alongside uberX on your Uber app. The option will automatically be visible to you when you are within the uberBODA service area. At the moment, uberBODA is available but not limited to the following areas: Makerere, Mulago, Lubiri, St. Balikuddembe market, Qualicel Bus Terminal, New and Old Taxi Park , Nakasero Market, Kikuubo Lane, Shawuli yako market ,Kampala Mukadde , Nakawa Market, Makerere University, KIU -Kansanga, Kabaka Anjagala road

We’ll gradually expand the services to more areas when possible to serve more people.

Here’s how to request a ride:

What should you expect on uberBODA?

Instead of waiting for a boda ride, you can simply open the app, confirm uberBODA and a ride will be at your doorstep in minutes.

No more haggling each time you hop onto a boda. Once you enter your destination in the app, we’ll show you the fare estimate before starting your trip. You can always check your receipt for the fare breakdown in your Uber app.

Ride uberBODA with peace of mind thanks to the features in place to ensure your safety.

All passengers will enjoy additional insurance cover while on any uberBODA trip requested through the app.

Every driver-partner will be equipped with a safety jacket and 2 helmets

Your driver-partner details, rating and vehicle registration will be visible to you before starting the trip.Confirm that the vehicle registration on the app matches the details in the app before the trip.

Share your uberBODA trip with family and friends and let them know where you are all through your trip until you arrive

Your uberBODA driver-partner has 24-hour access to an SGA security hotline in the event of an incident.

Driver-partners must successfully complete a background check, hold a valid driving permit and have third party insurance before they can drive on uberBODA

Our telematics capability will enable us to monitor driving behavior of uberBODA driver-partners and incentivize them to exercise caution and complete smooth rides.

More about pricing.

UberBODA  pricing at launch will be as follows;

Be sure to share your experience!

Tell your friends about your uberBODA ride experience using the hashtag #uberBODA – on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

Please remember that demand will be high, so please keep requesting if you do not get a ride on the first attempt.

Team Kampala.