Damilola Olokesusi is an inspiring young entrepreneur who is dedicated to making a difference in Africa through efficient and reliable transportation solutions. As the co-founder and CEO of Shuttlers ride, a scheduled ride-sharing platform that provides low cost options for commuters in Lagos, Damilola has extensive experience in this field. Most recently, Shuttlers officially launched SHE-MOVES, an all-female driver network, providing safe and efficient transportation for women at affordable rates.
The initiative has been met with great success, as the team raised $1.6m seed funding for expansion into other African cities. With such great initiatives lead by entrepreneurs like Damilola and efficient costs on such transportation services, it’s no surprise that Damilola is actively helping improve the lives of many Africans across the continent. Damilola’s commitment to using Shuttlers ride to improve the lives of Africans is clear, and she is sure to have a positive impact on the continent for years to come.
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Shuttlers was founded in 2016 to tackle inefficient transportation costs in the highly populated metropolis of Lagos, Nigeria. After a revamp in 2019, Shuttlers offers three plans for commuters to book rides via its fully functional app. These rides take predetermined and scheduled routes and Shuttlers claims that you’ll pay 80% less compared to other ride-hailing services without any surcharges or peak rates. Shuttlers provides companies with an alternative mobility option to better suit their employees’ travel needs.
Damilola who served as Vice-Curator of the Lagos hub of Global Shapers for the 2019/2020 edition has earned numerous awards and accolades for her contributions to the tech industry. She is a winner of the Digital and Tech award at the Women in Africa Contest in Morocco, as well as the Best Idea award at the Aso Villa Demo Day. Through her initiatives, Damilola is promoting the growth of the tech industry in Nigeria and across Africa.
