Kenyan mobility startup BuuPass, founded in 2016 by Sonia Kabra and Wyclife Omondi, is set to expand into eight new African markets by 2025, totaling 12 markets. This expansion follows their acquisition of QuickBus, enhancing their presence in South Africa and Nigeria. BuuPass digitizes intercity bus operations, enabling users to search, compare, and book travel tickets online, while providing bus operators with tools to manage operations efficiently.

Key Highlights:

• Expansion Plans: BuuPass aims to enter eight new markets by 2025, with Tanzania as the next target.
• Acquisition: Acquired QuickBus, a Kenyan bus ticketing venture, expanding its reach to South Africa and Nigeria.
• Current Operations: Active in over 650 localities in Kenya and 80 in Uganda.
• Market Impact: Sold over 16 million travel tickets, generating over $100 million in goods sold.
• Revenue Model: Generates revenue through commissions on bus, train, and flight tickets.

Challenges and Solutions:

• Slow Digitization: Overcoming resistance from bus operators by demonstrating efficiency gains.
• COVID-19 Impact: Adjusted strategies to mitigate the pandemic's impact on travel.
• Expansion Strategy: Strengthening their team and refining go-to-market models for new markets.

BuuPass leverages a B2B2C model, partnering with telcos and banks, to drive digitization and improve customer experiences in African intercity transportation.

BuuPass is transforming intercity bus travel in Africa with its innovative platform, and after acquiring QuickBus, it's set to expand into eight new markets, including Tanzania!

📈 Highlights:

• Sold over 16M travel tickets 💸
• Generated over $100M in sales 💰
• Currently in 650+ localities in Kenya 🇰🇪 and 80+ in Uganda 🇺🇬

🌐 Challenges Overcome:

• Slow digitization 🚧
• COVID-19 impact 😷

💡 What's Next: Tanzania is the next target!

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