Jumia Technology has partnered United Parcel Service (UPS) to expand its delivery services for businesses and consumers across the continent. The deal will enable UPS to leverage Jumia’s infrastructure to offer its customers an extended range of delivery solutions, including door to door package delivery and collection, with various payment options. The collaboration will initially cover Nigeria, Kenya, and Morocco, with plans for expansion to Ghana and Ivory Coast, and thereafter to the remaining African countries where Jumia operates.
The partnership will enable Atlanta-based UPS to build a greater presence in several African markets and tap into an anticipated boom in online retail. Africa has the potential to reach around $180 billion in online trade by 2025 that will enable growth and commerce, not only across Africa but also from the continent to the world and from the world to Africa.