Tinka Blog
Honest writing about how Kampala moves
Guides, opinions and the occasional rant. Written by people who actually take rides in this city.
A ride app that doesn't need you to hear: Tinka's new Deaf-friendly mode
A Deaf rider told us a phone call ended his trip before it began. So we changed the app: Tinka is Uganda's first homegrown ride app with a Deaf-friendly mode, for riders and drivers.
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Is that really your driver? Tinka now checks every driver's face
Tinka drivers now take a live selfie matched to their verified account before going online, with surprise re-checks, rider reports, and banned drivers blocked for good. Here is how it works and what it means for your next ride.
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Entebbe Airport to Kampala: what a taxi actually costs in 2026
I keep getting asked this. Here is the honest answer — what you should pay, what to avoid, and how the new ride apps stack up.
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Is taking a boda boda in Kampala safe? An honest take.
I have lived in Kampala my whole life. Boda bodas are part of how this city moves. But "safe" depends a lot on which one you take.
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How to become a Tinka driver in Kampala (the actual steps)
Got a car or a boda? You can be on the road earning by next week. Here is what you need and how the application works.
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