Cameroon: Douala and Yaoundé-Nsimalen Airport Taxi Services Set for Major Overhaul with TAXIGO
From November 2026, taxis operating at Douala and Yaoundé-Nsimalen international airports are expected to adopt a new visual identity and new service standards. The TAXIGO project, developed by Aéroports du Cameroun (ADC SA) in partnership with ALO TECHNOLOGIES SARL, aims to further structure airport transport services while improving working conditions for drivers.
A new model for airport transport in Cameroon
The initiative is part of ADC SA’s Strategic Development Plan (PDS 3, 2023–2028), which includes the modernization of services provided to airport users.
Under TAXIGO, the existing airport taxi fleet will be renewed with BAIC X35 vehicles for the Douala and Yaoundé-Nsimalen platforms. Beyond the change in vehicle models and colours, the project introduces a more structured operating model based on vehicle tracking, connectivity and enhanced driver management.
A leasing model designed for taxi drivers
One of the project’s key features is its economic model for drivers. TAXIGO provides for two categories: the entrepreneur driver, who can work towards owning the vehicle after four years of operation with an initial guarantee contribution of CFAF 800,000, and the replacement driver, who can join the scheme without an initial personal contribution.
Two drivers will be assigned to each vehicle, with a work rotation designed to provide regular rest periods. For premium rides, reportedly ranging from CFAF 10,000 to CFAF 100,000, each driver is expected to receive 25% of the fare collected for the trip.
Driver recruitment is based on a selection process launched by ADC SA, including through Call for Applications No. 1745-26/ADC/DG/CT2.
Maintenance, fuel and insurance included
The model developed by ALO TECHNOLOGIES is also designed to reduce the operating costs directly borne by drivers. Maintenance, repairs, fuel and vehicle cleaning are to be covered under the scheme.
Modern washing facilities and 300-square-metre vehicle depots are planned at each airport. The package also includes health insurance for drivers and their families, as well as comprehensive vehicle insurance for four years.
In terms of road safety, drivers will receive additional training, including defensive driving modules. The project also provides for the immediate replacement of a vehicle in the event of an accident.
A connected service for passengers
For passengers, TAXIGO is built around a more standardized and traceable service. Vehicles are expected to be equipped with geolocation technology, including Teltonika modems, as well as Wi-Fi connectivity.
The scheme also provides for third-party liability insurance, including coverage related to lost baggage.
What TAXIGO could change for airport mobility
- Professionalisation:the project introduces a more structured operating framework for airport taxi drivers.
- Operating-cost control:covering fuel, maintenance and repairs is expected to reduce the direct operating expenses borne by drivers.
- Passenger experience:geolocation, Wi-Fi, insurance coverage and fleet renewal could help standardize the service across Cameroon’s two main international airport platforms.
A test for Cameroon’s airport transport sector
For ADC SA, the transformation of airport taxi services represents another component of the broader modernization of airport operations. For international and domestic passengers alike, taxis are an important link in the first- and last-mile chain connecting airports with surrounding urban areas.
The planned November 2026 rollout will provide a practical test of TAXIGO’s ability to combine three objectives: improving service quality, enhancing passenger safety and creating a sustainable economic model for drivers.
The significance of the project therefore goes beyond a change in taxi colours. Its real test will be whether the new operating model can become a sustainable standard for airport transport in Cameroon.
