For Immediate Release - 20 September 2025
CrabaRide Selected as Top 10 by EIT Urban Mobility Scaleup Programme
CrabaRide was recognised among Europe's top urban mobility startups, awarded by the European Institute of Innovation and Technology.
Cape Town, South Africa - CrabaRide was recognised among the top 10 urban mobility startups in the EIT Urban Mobility Scaleup Programme 2025, an initiative supported by the European Institute of Innovation and Technology, a body of the European Union.
The programme identifies the most promising mobility ventures addressing real urban transport challenges across Europe and beyond. CrabaRide's AI-powered, WhatsApp-native carpooling platform was selected for its innovative approach to making long-distance travel safe, affordable and accessible across Africa.
This recognition validates CrabaRide's product-market fit and accelerates our path to scale across Southern Africa and beyond.
About CrabaRide
Founded in Cape Town in 2024, CrabaRide transforms informal long-distance carpooling into a safe, structured, and affordable platform built for Africa. With 4,500+ verified users, 35,000+ rides shared, and support for 11 South African languages, CrabaRide is making safe transport accessible to all through its WhatsApp-first interface.
How to Book
1. 💬 Use the app or message us on WhatsApp at 071 363 8315 - text or voice note.
2. 🛡️ Get matched with a verified, ID-checked driver heading your way.
3. ✅ Confirm and go - booking, coordination, and safety features all happen in WhatsApp.
WhatsApp: +27 74 421 98 07 | crabaride.co.za | Social Media: @crabaride
Media contact: contact@crabaride.co.za