Spiro hailed for its role in empowering women moto-taxi riders

The celebration took place on March 9, 2026, at the company’s headquarters and brought together Spiro staff and motorcycle taxi operators, with a special focus on female riders who use Spiro motorcycles.

The company’s Senior Human Resources Officer, Dengeri Annet, said the firm is encouraged by the progress made so far, noting that the number of women using Spiro motorcycles continues to rise.

“While we celebrate Women’s Day today, we are also proud of the progress we have made, with more than 50 women now riding Spiro motorcycles,” she said. “Our goal is to continue increasing that number.”

She urged female riders to serve as role models by maintaining responsible conduct on the road, saying their professionalism could encourage more women to join the motorcycle taxi profession, a field traditionally dominated by men.

One of Spiro’s clients, Dusengimana Blanche, who has worked as a moto taxi rider for three years, said she chose Spiro motorcycles because they are more affordable and supported by financing options and after-sales services provided by the company.

“I had a motorcycle driving license for a long time but lacked the financial means to buy one,” she said. “Later, I approached Spiro and they helped me acquire a motorcycle. Now I work independently and no longer rely on a salary. On a good day, I can earn at least 20,000 Rwandan francs.”

Dusengimana said some women still hesitate to join the motorcycle taxi profession due to a lack of confidence, but stressed that this mindset should change, adding that women are equally capable of doing the work.

“They should stop thinking they have to wait for opportunities to be handed to them. That mindset is outdated,” she said.

During the event, motorcycle riders received first-aid kits to help them respond to accidents and other emergencies involving them or their passengers.

Spiro began operations in Rwanda in 2023 and currently has 35 percent women within its workforce, including employees and female motorcycle riders who use its electric bikes.

In recent years, the company has also been ranked among Africa’s top 100 companies, recognised for its exceptional contributions to the continent’s development.