The international tech company, Yango and the local brand ShuuFare, a G2G IT Group company, officially unveil their joint ride-hailing service in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
The launch, hosted at the Hilton Hotel, featured a dynamic press conference and engaging activities, ushering in a new era of convenient and efficient transportation solutions for the people of Ethiopia.
Yango, renowned for its cutting-edge technologies and global commitment to excellence in ride-hailing
services, has partnered with ShuuFare, an innovative local IT company, to deliver an unprecedented
transportation experience in Ethiopia.
Dr. Yekenalem Abebe Country Manager for Yango in Ethiopia, expressed excitement about the partnership, stating, “We are thrilled to introduce Yango’s world-class ride-hailing service to Ethiopia through our collaboration with ShuuFare. By marrying Yango’s state-of-the-art app, designed to benefit local drivers and app users, with ShuuFare’s deep understanding of the Ethiopian market, we firmly believe that our service will not just meet, but exceed the expectations of our customers, thereby transforming their transportation experience.”
Tedros Mehari, CTO of G2G IT Group, shared his enthusiasm for the partnership, saying, “This launch
signifies a significant leap forward for the ride-hailing industry in Ethiopia. Our shared vision, innovative approach, and commitment to leveraging technology will redefine mobility solutions in the country. In collaboration with Yango, we are dedicated to delivering a cutting-edge, reliable, and customer-centric ride-hailing service that will revolutionize how people move around in Ethiopia.”
It is indicated that in this collaborative endeavor, the partnership designates G2G IT Group as the franchise holder, assuming responsibility for overseeing Yango’s service operations across Ethiopia. Tedros Mehari, Chief Technology Officer at G2G IT Group, emphatically emphasizes the shared vision and expertise between the two entities, presenting a unified commitment to delivering an innovative, reliable, and efficient ride-hailing solution that is positioned to revolutionize the transportation sector.
Through this strategic alignment, both organizations are dedicated to providing the Ethiopian market with a cutting-edge, dependable, and impactful ride-hailing service, reflecting their mutual aspiration to bring transformative and efficient mobility solutions to the region.
The launch event commenced with a compelling press conference at the Hilton Hotel Addis Ababa,
where key executives from Yango and ShuuFare provided valuable insights into the partnership and the
transformative benefits it brings to Ethiopia. Attendees had the opportunity to discover the unique
features of the Yango mobile app, its user-friendly interface, and the convenient payment options
available.
Yango’s user-friendly mobile app, downloadable for free on both iOS and Android devices and available
in multiple languages, including Amharic, empowers users to easily request a ride. The intelligent
geolocation feature seamlessly connects users with the nearest available driver. Initially operating as a cash-only service, Yango, in collaboration with ShuuFare, plans to integrate with popular local payment solutions such as Telebirr to support Ethiopia’s ongoing digitization efforts.
As part of Yango’s commitment to providing a seamless customer experience, the mobile app allows users to contact a dedicated support team for assistance. In line with their dedication to quality and safety, riders can rate each trip, providing valuable feedback that contributes to maintaining the highest service standards.
Yango’s successful ride-hailing service is already operational in numerous countries across Europe,
Central Asia, South America, the Middle East, and Africa. With this launch, Yango, in partnership with
ShuuFare, expands its footprint to thirteen African countries, including Ivory Coast, Ghana, Cameroon,
Senegal, Zambia, Angola, Congo Brazzaville, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Mozambique, Algeria,
and Morocco.
Yango is a tech company that transforms global technologies into everyday services for local enrichment. With an unwavering commitment to innovation, we reshape and enhance leading cutting-edge technologies from around the world into seamlessly integrated daily services for diverse regions. Yango ride-hailing app already operates in many countries across Europe, Central Asia, South America, the Middle East and Africa, including Ivory Coast, Ghana, Cameroon, Senegal, Zambia, Angola, Congo Brazzaville, DRC, Mozambique, Algeria and Morocco.
G2G IT GROUP, founded in 2016 as a Share Company, distinguishes itself through its team of individuals with diverse backgrounds and international experience in various industries. Its primary focus encompasses four key strategic market areas: Telecom Value Added Services (including SMS, ISP, and EVD. IT Infrastructure, Security, and Transport and Logistics Systems. With a combined experience exceeding 40 years in fields like Computer Engineering, Network Engineering, Telecom Services, and Transportation Systems, G2G IT Group holds a prominent position in the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) sector.