South Africa Shared Mobility Market Size & Outlook

The shared mobility market in South Africa is expected to reach a projected revenue of US$ 17.0 million by 2040. A compound annual growth rate of 10.1% is expected of South Africa shared mobility market from 2024 to 2040.
Revenue, 2023 (US$M)
$3.3
Forecast, 2040 (US$M)
$17.0
CAGR, 2024 - 2040
10.1%
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South Africa shared mobility market, 2021-2040 (US$M)

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South Africa shared mobility market highlights

  • The South Africa shared mobility market generated a revenue of USD 3.3 million in 2023 and is expected to reach USD 17.0 million by 2040.
  • The South Africa market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 10.1% from 2024 to 2040.
  • In terms of segment, ride hailing was the largest revenue generating service model in 2023.
  • Bike sharing is the most lucrative service model segment registering the fastest growth during the forecast period.

Shared mobility market data book summary

Market revenue in 2023USD 3.3 million
Market revenue in 2040USD 17.0 million
Growth rate10.1% (CAGR from 2024 to 2040)
Largest segmentRide hailing
Fastest growing segmentBike sharing
Historical data2021 - 2022
Base year2023
Forecast period2024 - 2040
Quantitative unitsRevenue in USD million
Market segmentationRide hailing, Ride sharing, Bike sharing, Car sharing
Key market players worldwideBeijing Enterprises Holdings Ltd, Bayerische Motoren Werke AG, Grab Holdings Inc Class A, GreenGood Eco-Tech, Lyft Inc Class A, Uber Technologies Inc, Avis Budget Group Inc

Other key industry trends

  • In terms of revenue, South Africa accounted for 1.3% of the global shared mobility market in 2023.
  • Country-wise, China is expected to lead the global market in terms of revenue in 2040.
  • In Middle East & Africa, South Africa shared mobility market is projected to lead the regional market in terms of revenue in 2040.
  • Saudi Arabia is the fastest growing regional market in Middle East & Africa and is projected to reach USD 6.5 million by 2040.

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Shared Mobility Market Companies

Name Profile # Employees HQ Website
Lyft Inc Class A View profile 2945 185 Berry Street, Suite 400, San Francisco, CA, United States, 94107 https://www.lyft.com
Grab Holdings Inc Class A View profile 10604 3 Media Close, No. 01-03/06, Singapore, Singapore, 138498 https://www.grab.com
Beijing Enterprises Holdings Ltd View profile 31000 18 Harbour Road, 66th Floor, Central Plaza, Wanchai, Hong Kong, Hong Kong https://www.behl.com.hk
Bayerische Motoren Werke AG View profile 154950 Petuelring 130, Munich, BY, Germany, 80809 https://www.bmwgroup.com
GreenGood Eco-Tech View profile 11-50 Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Asia https://www.greengood.ae
Avis Budget Group Inc View profile 31000 379 Interpace Parkway, Parsippany, NJ, United States, 07054 https://www.avisbudgetgroup.com
Uber Technologies Inc View profile 30700 1725 3rd Street, San Francisco, CA, United States, 94158 https://www.uber.com

South Africa shared mobility market outlook

The databook is designed to serve as a comprehensive guide to navigating this sector. The databook focuses on market statistics denoted in the form of revenue and y-o-y growth and CAGR across the globe and regions. A detailed competitive and opportunity analyses related to shared mobility market will help companies and investors design strategic landscapes.


Ride hailing was the largest segment with a revenue share of 57.58% in 2023. Horizon Databook has segmented the South Africa shared mobility market based on ride hailing, ride sharing, bike sharing, car sharing covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2021 to 2040.


South Africa dominated the shared mobility market in 2022 due to the focus on innovative mobility solutions. Major cities like Johannesburg, Cape Town, and Durban have experienced growing congestion, motivating residents to opt for shared mobility services like ridesharing and bike-sharing as practical alternatives to private car ownership.

Although regulatory challenges have been encountered in some regions, certain areas have seen a rise in electric scooters and electric bike-sharing services, enhancing last-mile connectivity and sustainability. South Africa's digital adoption, particularly in urban centers, has made it easier for residents to access shared mobility services via mobile apps and digital payment systems.

While the market is still evolving, the country's commitment to improving urban mobility and environmental sustainability is expected to drive further growth in the shared mobility market.

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