Top 3 African Alternatives to Lyft (2026)

In Sudan, you can use Tirhal instead of Lyft. It is available in Sudan and shows the fare before booking, with options for scheduled rides. It also handles parcel and restaurant deliveries in the same app.

What to Compare Before Switching From Lyft

• Where the app actually operates: many alternatives are city or country specific, for example Feres focuses on Addis Ababa.
• Upfront fare visibility: if you want to know the price before you book, check whether the app shows the fare, as Tirhal does.
• How pricing is set: some apps let you set a fare or accept the best rate, which is central to how SimpliRide works.
• Safety and verification: look for verified driver flows and in-app trip tracking, especially if you ride at night or in unfamiliar areas.
• Booking options beyond the app: a local call centre can matter when data is patchy or you are booking for someone else.
• Scheduling and planned trips: if you need school runs or early flights, prioritise apps that support scheduled rides.
• Extra errands in one app: if you want rides plus parcels or restaurant delivery, compare apps that combine ride-hailing with delivery.

Compare by need

• If you are in Sudan: Tirhal covers taxi bookings and also extends into parcel and restaurant deliveries, with fares shown before booking and support for scheduled rides.
• If you are in Ethiopia: Feres is built for taxi rides in Addis Ababa, with in-app tracking, a 6090 call centre for bookings, and a Feres Miles loyalty programme.
• If you are in Nigeria: SimpliRide centres on verified drivers and in-app safety, with a fare-setting option, airport transfers, and business accounts.

To find apps like Lyft instead of Lyft, explore the directory list below and filter by Ride-Hailing and B2C, then narrow by country such as Sudan, Ethiopia, or Nigeria. If you also need errands and fulfilment, check options tagged Last-Mile Delivery, B2B2C, or Food & Drinks Delivery.