Uber launches in Kampala; Here are prices to and fro top campus hangouts

The long wait for Uber in Kampala has come to an end. Today UberX officially launched its ride sharing service in the city of Kampala during a press briefing at the Kampala Serena Hotel.

Uber will also be giving 6 free rides to those who sign up within the next 3 days as long as the ride does not cost over 20,000 Uganda shillings. All you need to do is download the app on Android, Windows and iOS and register.

The app prompts you to either register using Google +, Facebook or email. You will be requested to verify your email address, phone number and payment method which is a Credit/VISA card currently. You also pay with cash. You can also add the promo code MoveUGANDA to get 6 free rides. Inviting 6 friends will also earn you free rides.

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Just in case you are wondering how much a Uber ride will cost you. Here are the prices;

Pricing in Kampala

UGX 1300 Base Fare + UGX 900 per kilometer + UGX 200 per minute
Minimum Fare: UGX 5000
Cancellation Fee: UGX 5000

The cost Sample trips with Uber for popular campus hangouts:

• Makerere University to Panamera Bar UGX 6500 –  8500
• MUBS to Panamera UGX 5000 – 6000
• MUBS to Gabiro UGX 5000
• Makerere University to MUBS – UGX 8,500 – 11,000
• Makerere University to Pizza hut – UGX 5,500 – 6500
• Kyambogo University to Koko Bar – UGX 5000
• Kyambogo University to MUBS – UGX 7000 – 9000
• Kyambogo University to Makerere – UGX 9500 – 13000
• Makerere University to Mukono – UGX 26,000 – 34500
• Makerere University to Wink/ Casablanca – UGX 5500 – 7500
• MUBS to Wink – UGX 6500 – 8500
• KIU to Wink – UGX 8500 – 11000

** These are estimates from UberX for a ride of maximum 4 people. Ask your cab guy for a comparison they you will find a reason to download the app and might delete your cab guys number.

To request a ride:

1. Download the Uber App
2. Register with your personal details
3. Choose your pick-up location, request a ride and track your car in real-time

Let’s hope you enjoy your Uber ride, besides you can try out a free ride for the weekend. Don’t forget to download the Uber app from the Google Play Store , Apple App Store. or Windows Store