How much funding has Metro Africa Xpress raised?

Metro Africa Xpress has raised $31.0M in total funding, most recently a Series B round.

Who are Metro Africa Xpress's investors?

Metro Africa Xpress's investors include Lightrock, Novastar Ventures, Endeavor, Global Ventures, Ingressive Capital.

When was Metro Africa Xpress founded?

Metro Africa Xpress was founded in 2015.

Where is Metro Africa Xpress headquartered?

Metro Africa Xpress is headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria.

What industry is Metro Africa Xpress in?

Metro Africa Xpress operates in Mobility, Supply Chain.

How many employees does Metro Africa Xpress have?

Metro Africa Xpress has 201-500 employees.

Metro Africa Xpress

Building Africa's largest mobility-tech platform.

Lagos, Nigeria · Founded 2015 · $31.0M raised

Mobility

Supply Chain

Headquarters: Lagos
Employees: 201–500
Founded: 2015
Business Model: B2B2C

Website: maxdrive.ai
Total Funding: $31.0M
Last Round: $31.0M Series BDec 2021
Rounds: 1

About

MAX (Metro Africa Xpress) is Africa's largest mobility-tech platform, providing commercial and gig drivers with vehicle subscriptions, electric vehicle financing, battery swapping, and fleet management services. Founded in 2015 in Lagos, Nigeria, MAX uses proprietary technology to connect independent drivers to ride-hailing and last-mile delivery businesses across Africa. The company has expanded to provide sustainable mobility infrastructure including EV adoption programs and driver income support. MAX has raised over $100 million in funding and operates across multiple African countries, though it faced headwinds in 2025 with a reported 30% workforce reduction.

Summary

Metro Africa Xpress is a Mobility company based in Lagos, Nigeria, founded in 2015. It has raised $31.0M in total across 1 round, most recently a $31.0M Series B round in Dec 2021. Investors include Lightrock, Novastar Ventures and Endeavor.

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