BaraBara believes that mobility can drive Africa forward without destroying the environment. We are committed to a gradual, practical transition to electric mobility.
Year 1
Today
We are reducing waste and congestion through efficient matching. Every time we replace an idle, circling motorcycle with a matched trip, we save fuel and reduce emissions. Our data sharing helps cities plan better roads, which reduces long-term vehicle emissions.
Years 2-3
Tomorrow
We are piloting 500 electric motorcycles (e-Wewas) with swappable batteries in Kinshasa. These motorcycles produce zero tailpipe emissions and are significantly cheaper to operate per kilometre than petrol motorcycles. We are partnering with battery-swap station operators to make recharging fast and convenient.
Goal
2030 Goal
We aim for 20% of our entire fleet to be electric. That means tens of thousands of electric motorcycles and thousands of electric cars across all our operating countries. This will drastically reduce CO₂ emissions and reduce fuel costs for drivers, putting more money in their pockets while cleaning the air.
500
e-motorcycles pilot in Kinshasa
20%
Electric fleet by 2030
75%
Higher take-home pay
$150
Average first loan
Social Impact
Creating positive change for communities
Free safety and hygiene training▼
Every driver completes training that reduces accident rates and the spread of communicable diseases. This is especially important for motorcycle passengers who share helmets.
Micro-insurance against catastrophic costs▼
Our $500 accident hospitalization cover prevents a single accident from pushing a driver's family into extreme poverty. Most informal drivers have no insurance at all.
Safety for women and girls▼
For passengers, especially women and girls traveling alone, the emergency button and trip sharing feature provide a new level of security on a transport mode that was previously anonymous and risky.
Economic Impact
Transforming lives through financial empowerment
Higher earnings, lower expenses▼
The average informal motorcycle rider earns about $15 per day. After fuel, bribes and idle time, they take home much less. BaraBara drivers earn an average of $35 per day and because they pay no bribes and have less idle time, their take-home pay is approximately 75% higher.
First-time access to credit▼
Drivers who stay on the platform for six months can use their digital earnings record to access a bank loan. The average first loan is $150. This is used for motorcycle repairs, family emergencies, school fees, or fuel financing. Informal riders have absolutely no access to such credit.