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What we’re tracking on 9 July 2019
Good morning and happy hump day, everyone. We’re still barely halfway through the week, but we’re getting there. And we’re…
Cairo-based ride-hailing startup Halan launches advertising service
STARTUP WATCH- Cairo-based tuk-tuk and motorcycle ride-hailing startup Halan has launched Halan Ads, allowing companies to advertise on its fleet,…
UAE authorities greenlight Uber-Careem merger, Egypt’s ECA yet to decide
UAE authorities greenlight Uber-Careem merger: Emirati Minister of Economy Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansouri has given “unconditional approval” to Uber’s…
Egypt’s all-female ride-hailing startup plans to come to Alexandria
Ride-hailing app Fyonka is planning to debut in Alexandria after having recently launched in Greater Cairo, co-founder Abdallah Hussein said.…
Egypt’s Swvl partners with Ford to make minibus vehicle of choice
STARTUP WATCH- Swvl to make a Ford minibus its vehicle of choice: Mass transportation app Swvl has announced a partnership…
United Brothers Group submits proposal for smart cabs
United Brothers Group, owner of the Professional Taxi ride-hailing service, has submitted a proposal to the Transport Ministry to allow…
Uber-Careem takeover could lose USD 470 mn, Egypt watchdog a major concern
Uber will pay 15% less for Careem if the two fail to get regulatory approval in jurisdictions including Egypt. Uber…
Halan reaches 10 mn rides and deliveries, plans expansion into other MENA markets
STARTUP WATCH- Egyptian tuk-tuk and motorbike ride-hailing app Halan has reached the 10 mn ride and delivery milestone, the company…
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