By Temitope Adebayo
Treepz, Africa’s leading corporate mobility startup, has set a remarkable record by becoming the first company on the continent to operate a cross-border rental ride between two countries – Nigeria and the Republic of Benin.
This historic voyage, which took place from August 7 to 11, 2024, successfully transported 96 passengers from Lagos, Nigeria to Cotonou, Republic of Benin and back.
The successful completion of this international cross-border journey represents a significant milestone for Treepz, adding a new dimension to its service offering and demonstrating the company’s ability to meet the growing demand for reliable transport solutions across Africa.
Onyeka Akumah, Founder and CEO of Treepz, stressed that it is a proud moment for the company that Treepz is the first corporate mobility startup to achieve this milestone. “At Treepz, we are motivated every day by the chance to win after building systems for effective transportation in Africa. This is exemplified by Treepz being the pacesetter for similar companies to learn what is possible, emulate our path and create better transportation options for Africans.
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“Over the last five years, Treepz has always been at the forefront of innovative mobility solutions in Africa. Through our state-of-the-art rental marketplace, we have transported over 5 million passengers in the cities of the countries we operate in, namely Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya and Uganda. Interestingly, this is the first time that Rental Treepz has transported people across international borders and this milestone has further strengthened our position as a market leader in the African mobility industry,” added Onyeka.
Johnny Enagwalor, COO and co-founder of Treepz, also commented on the historic milestone, saying: “Executing this cross-border rental trip is not only a testament to our operational excellence; it is a bold step forward to redefine mobility across Africa. This achievement opens the door for us to further innovate and create new avenues for cross-border travel that were previously unavailable.”
“We are truly pleased to have provided a safe and seamless travel experience for the 96 passengers on this voyage. This voyage exemplifies our commitment to helping millions of people move better across the continent and we look forward to expanding these services to meet the needs of more customers and partners,” noted Johnny.
Jennifer, a passenger on this historic journey, shared her experience: “The entire trip was exceptionally smooth. The Treepz buses were not only comfortable but also equipped with amenities that made the long ride pleasant. The professionalism of the drivers made me feel good and I felt truly valued as a passenger.”
Benard, another traveler, said that traveling with Treepz from Ikeja City Mall in Lagos to Cotonou was an unforgettable experience for him. “The careful planning and attention to detail were evident throughout the trip. I wholeheartedly recommend Treepz’s services to anyone looking for reliable and efficient cross-border transportation in Africa.”
The round trip, covering nearly 1400 kilometers, was completed using a fleet of 2 well-maintained Coaster buses and 3 Toyota Hiace buses. Each vehicle was operated by professional drivers and had full insurance coverage, real-time tracking and efficient communication throughout the journey, enhancing the overall travel experience.
Early last month, the mobility startup announced its partnership with two leading companies in Africa to provide monthly commutes to over 14,000 employees with its innovative employee bus service. They partnered with KingMakers, the owners of BetKing and Parallex Bank, a top-tier financial institution, to exclusively offer affordable, convenient and reliable employee transportation services to their employees.
“In addition, Treepz will leverage its cutting-edge technology and high-quality vehicles to offer customized commuter solutions that meet the individual needs of KingMakers and Parallex Bank’s workforce. This will address common commuting challenges such as traffic congestion and unreliable public transport. Today, we look forward to working with even more renowned brands like KingMakers and Parallex Bank in the future,” Onyeka Akumah said of the two partnerships.
Onyeka Akumah added that Treepz has completed over 50,000 rides for Parallex Bank in 2023 alone, helping to reduce delays by 35% and increase employee productivity. As Treepz continues to lead the African mobility industry, we remain committed to our goal of providing solutions to millions of people to help them move better. We currently operate in 16 cities and have transported over 5 million passengers in Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana and Uganda. Our other range of on-demand mobility services includes guest transportation, school bus shuttles and airport transfers.
For more information about Treepz and its corporate mobility solutions, visit www.treepz.com.
