About DUMBA
Revolutionizing car rental across Africa
Our Vision
To create a world where anyone can rent a car affordably and safely, and vehicle owners can earn passive income by sharing their cars with trusted travelers across Africa.
Our Mission
To provide safe, affordable, and convenient car rental solutions that empower hosts to earn supplemental income while giving travelers access to diverse vehicle options at competitive prices.
Our Core Values
Trust & Safety
Every transaction is secured with insurance, verification, and 24/7 support. Your safety is our priority.
Accessibility
Making car rental affordable and available to everyone across Africa, regardless of location or background.
Community
Building a vibrant community where hosts and renters support each other through reviews, recommendations, and shared experiences.
Innovation
Continuously improving our platform with new features, better technology, and creative solutions to rental challenges.
Sustainability
Promoting efficient vehicle sharing to reduce environmental impact and support sustainable urban mobility.
Transparency
Clear pricing, honest reviews, and open communication ensure both hosts and renters know exactly what to expect.
Our Impact
5+
Countries
2500+
Active Hosts
8000+
Vehicles
50K+
Happy Renters
Where We Operate
Current Operations
- ✓ Botswana (Head Office in Gaborone)
- ✓ South Africa (Johannesburg, Cape Town, Pretoria)
- ✓ Zimbabwe (Harare)
- ✓ Nigeria (Lagos)
- ✓ Kenya (Nairobi)
Expanding To
- → Tanzania
- → Uganda
- → Zambia
- → Rwanda
- → Ghana
Our Story
DUMBA was founded with a simple mission: to make car rental accessible, affordable, and sustainable across Africa. We recognized a gap in the market where travelers struggled to find reliable, affordable vehicles, while vehicle owners had assets sitting idle.
By leveraging technology and building a trusted community, we created a platform that benefits everyone. Hosts earn supplemental income, renters access diverse vehicles at competitive prices, and local economies benefit from increased tourism and transportation availability.
Today, DUMBA operates across 5 African countries with thousands of active hosts and tens of thousands of satisfied renters. We continue to innovate, expand, and build the future of mobility in Africa.
Meet Our Leadership
Solly KM Cannon
Founder & CEO
Serial entrepreneur and Photographer with a passion for scaling African businesses and creating sustainable economic opportunities.
Background: Born in Moshupa, Botswana. Multi-disciplinary professional with deep expertise across multiple industries and a proven track record of building successful ventures.
Career Path: Photography, journalism, Editor in Chief of restaurant publications, business founder, youth pastor. Each venture provided critical insights into scaling, operations, and community building.
The DUMBA Journey
Building Through Experience
Solly's diverse career - from photography to journalism to publishing - built a unique skill set in visual storytelling, media, business operations, and community engagement.
COVID-19 Insight
During the pandemic, Solly identified a critical market gap: travelers needed affordable, reliable vehicles, while car owners had idle assets. Traditional rental companies were expensive and inflexible for everyday users.
DUMBA Born
Launched peer-to-peer car rental combining affordability for renters with genuine income opportunities for hosts, backed by proper insurance, vehicle tracking, and professional support.
Scaling Focus
Core pillars: Financial management, mentorship, competitive positioning, strategic advertising, vehicle tracking technology, insurance solutions, and cultivating the right entrepreneurial mindset.
Join the DUMBA Community
Whether you're a traveler looking for your perfect ride or a host ready to earn, DUMBA is here for you.