Trust Is Africa’s Biggest Car Rental Problem - Here’s How Tech Solves It. | Bradley Opere
Tue Jan 27 2026
On this episode of "After Hours, in partnership with Tanqueray Africa," we speak with Bradley Opere ,co- founder of Otto Rentals, who shares his remarkable journey from finance to building digital infrastructure for Africa's rental industry.Bradley's path wasn't about taking reckless leaps, it was strategic. After working in private equity and consulting, he recognized that understanding money and mastering communication were translatable skills that would prove invaluable in entrepreneurship. His family's decades-long history in car rentals, from school buses to tourism vans, gave him unique insight into an industry plagued by trust issues and operational inefficiencies.The challenges in Africa's car rental space are significant: vehicles disappearing with deposits, cars being switched off mid-journey due to payment disputes, and the persistent problem of connecting renters with reliable vehicles. Bradley saw an opportunity where others saw obstacles. Inspired by platforms like Turo and armed with hands-on industry knowledge, he built Otto Rentals ,a comprehensive solution that provides software for rental companies, a marketplace for consumers, and even asset financing for fleet expansion.What sets Bradley apart is his disciplined focus. While many startups spread themselves thin chasing multiple revenue streams, Otto Rentals remains laser-focused on perfecting car rentals before expanding to other asset classes. They build based on demand, not assumptions,starting with B2C, then adding B2B corporate solutions only after customers requested it. Their partnership with rescue services for 24/7 emergency support demonstrates a commitment to the complete customer experience, not just transactions.Bradley's advice to aspiring founders is refreshingly practical: experiment quickly, don't fear pivoting, and let revenue be your guide. But he also emphasizes the importance of proper legal structures from the start, a lesson many well-capitalized startups learned the hard way. His vision extends beyond building a successful company; he's determined to help East Africa develop its own tech champions that can compete globally.To keep up with Bradley Opere, check out his LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradleyopere/Check out Otto. Rentals :https://www.otto.rentals/__________________________________________________________________Join Alice as she explores the world of tech and shares impactful stories with guests on My Tech Story Africa!Subscribe to our podcast, drop a like, comment, and hit the notification bell to stay updated with our latest content.Don't forget to spread the word! Sharing is caring! 🌟Follow us on social media:📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mytechstoryafrica💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/my-tech-story-africa♪ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mytechstoryafricaJoin our community: [https://www.mtsafrica.co/join]Interested in being a guest on the podcast? Apply here: https://forms.gle/ffAniezzFHoEvhPY7Interested in partnering with us? Drop us an email: mytechstory.ea@gmail.com 📧
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On this episode of "After Hours, in partnership with Tanqueray Africa," we speak with Bradley Opere ,co- founder of Otto Rentals, who shares his remarkable journey from finance to building digital infrastructure for Africa's rental industry.Bradley's path wasn't about taking reckless leaps, it was strategic. After working in private equity and consulting, he recognized that understanding money and mastering communication were translatable skills that would prove invaluable in entrepreneurship. His family's decades-long history in car rentals, from school buses to tourism vans, gave him unique insight into an industry plagued by trust issues and operational inefficiencies.The challenges in Africa's car rental space are significant: vehicles disappearing with deposits, cars being switched off mid-journey due to payment disputes, and the persistent problem of connecting renters with reliable vehicles. Bradley saw an opportunity where others saw obstacles. Inspired by platforms like Turo and armed with hands-on industry knowledge, he built Otto Rentals ,a comprehensive solution that provides software for rental companies, a marketplace for consumers, and even asset financing for fleet expansion.What sets Bradley apart is his disciplined focus. While many startups spread themselves thin chasing multiple revenue streams, Otto Rentals remains laser-focused on perfecting car rentals before expanding to other asset classes. They build based on demand, not assumptions,starting with B2C, then adding B2B corporate solutions only after customers requested it. Their partnership with rescue services for 24/7 emergency support demonstrates a commitment to the complete customer experience, not just transactions.Bradley's advice to aspiring founders is refreshingly practical: experiment quickly, don't fear pivoting, and let revenue be your guide. But he also emphasizes the importance of proper legal structures from the start, a lesson many well-capitalized startups learned the hard way. His vision extends beyond building a successful company; he's determined to help East Africa develop its own tech champions that can compete globally.To keep up with Bradley Opere, check out his LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradleyopere/Check out Otto. Rentals :https://www.otto.rentals/__________________________________________________________________Join Alice as she explores the world of tech and shares impactful stories with guests on My Tech Story Africa!Subscribe to our podcast, drop a like, comment, and hit the notification bell to stay updated with our latest content.Don't forget to spread the word! Sharing is caring! 🌟Follow us on social media:📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mytechstoryafrica💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/my-tech-story-africa♪ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mytechstoryafricaJoin our community: [https://www.mtsafrica.co/join]Interested in being a guest on the podcast? Apply here: https://forms.gle/ffAniezzFHoEvhPY7Interested in partnering with us? Drop us an email: mytechstory.ea@gmail.com 📧