Taxis & Rideshare in Gaborone (2026) - Grab, Uber & More

Gaborone's's on-demand transport scene is straightforward: metered taxis and private-hire cars dominate, while international rideshare apps have not yet arrived. You'll find taxis at the main malls (Main Mall, Game City, Airport Junction), outside larger hotels, and at Sir Seretse Khama International Airport. They are generally saloon cars or minibuses, clearly marked with a roof light or taxi sign, and operate on either meter or negotiated fare. For a more modern experience, a few locally run ride-hailing services, downloadable from Botswana app stores, let you book and track rides much like Uber. But coverage is still patchy outside the city centre. Choose metered taxis when you want immediate street pick-up or are travelling short hops within the CBD; simply raise your hand or queue at designated ranks. For longer trips, late-night journeys, or when you prefer a fixed price, open one of the local ride apps, enter your destination, and pay by card or mobile money inside the app. Airport runs, trips to Phakalane or Block 8 suburbs, or any ride after dark are best handled through the app so the fare is agreed upfront and the driver's details are logged. Always confirm the vehicle plate and driver name before getting in, and if you're hailing on the street, agree on the approximate fare before the journey starts.