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July 16, 2026
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Uber is buying Glovo’s parent company. In Kenya, that means Uber will own Glovo

Uber is buying Glovo’s parent company. In Kenya, that means Uber will own Glovo

The €13 billion takeover puts Kenya's biggest delivery app and Uber Eats under one owner, pending regulatory approval expected in 2027..

✨ Key Highlights

Uber is set to acquire Glovo's parent company, Delivery Hero, in a deal valued at approximately €13.0 billion (roughly $14.8 billion). This acquisition means Uber will own both Glovo and Uber Eats in Kenya.

  • Uber is acquiring Delivery Hero's operations in 50 markets, including Kenya.
  • The deal, announced on 16 July 2026, is expected to close in the second half of 2027 pending regulatory approval.
  • In Kenya, Glovo is the largest food and grocery delivery app, while Uber Eats also operates, making this a significant consolidation for the Kenyan market.

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