Earlier this year, Uber in Uganda announced their latest product offering, uberBODA, providing the citizens of Kampala a quick commute from one place to another. To continue their commitment to passengers, Uber is excited to announce a new innovative insurance product designed specifically for uberBODA passengers in Kampala, Uganda.
One of Uber’s highest priorities is the safety and security of users, and insurance is a critical part of their safety programme. All over the world, Uber’s ride-sharing option has revolutionised the way in which people move around their cities, ensuring that passengers, whether it’s in the backseat of a vehicle or on the back of a Boda-Boda bike, they can get from A to B in the most convenient, reliable, secure and affordable way possible.
A new insurance policy which is designed to cover uberBODA passengers while on the back of a uberBODA in Kampala will be provided by UAP Old Mutual Life Assurance Uganda, the Market leader in Life Insurance in Uganda and a subsidiary of Old Mutual Africa
In the unfortunate event of an accident while on a trip, the coverage provides passenger accident insurance, which covers:
- Accidental Death and Permanent Total Disability: The benefit will cover up to UGX 1 800 000 per person. The next of kin or beneficiaries will also receive UGX 550 000 for funeral costs.
- Accident Medical Expense: When injuries as a result of any Accident require treatment, the passenger will be covered up to UGX 600 000
Anthony GITHUKA, Managing Director- UAP Old Mutual Life Assurance Uganda, “As a dynamic Pan-African business we recognise that we have a significant role, partnering with other stakeholders to support our clients by protecting what’s most important to them. This innovative product offering, is a great example of that, and we look forward to a long term mutual beneficial partnership.”
Loic Amado, General Manager for Uber East explains, “At Uber, we view the addition of this insurance coverage as an important part of fulfilling our goal of reliable, affordable, and safe transportation options for all citizens of Uganda. This partnership shows that we are committed to the safety of passengers using the Uber app. We are proud to partner with UAP Old Mutual Life Assurance, bringing their industry-leading experience to uberBODA passengers.”
Uber will continue to look for ways to do more to ensure safety on the road for transportation providers and their passengers
Editors Note: This is a Press Release
