Global car rental company Finalrentals recently took a major step in its expansion by establishing a foothold in Africa.

Finalrentals has opened a rental car outlet on the island of Zanzibar, a part of the nation of Tanzania, wich lies 22 miles off the east central coast of Africa in the Indian Ocean.

Zanzibar, easily accessible from Kenya, heralds a new phase for Finalrentals. The company’s growth in 2024 included partnerships across Europe, the Middle East, North America, and the Caribbean.

Finalrentals Zanzibar provides a diverse fleet of vehicles tailored to both short- and long-term rental needs. 

“This partnership is a significant milestone for Finalrentals, as it gives us our first presence in Africa, a market we have been eager to enter,” said Ammar Akhtar, founder and CEO of Finalrentals, in a Jan. 17 news release. “Working with our local partners on the beautiful island of Zanzibar allows us to [bring] the benefits of our platform to the broader African car hire market. We’re committed to expanding further into Africa by partnering with independent car hire businesses, empowering them to reach new customers and drive growth.”

Local franchisee Hafidh Abdulla added, “Partnering with Finalrentals is an opportunity for us to connect Zanzibar’s vibrant market with a global platform. This collaboration allows us to showcase the beauty and accessibility of Zanzibar as a destination.”

Finalrentals joins rental car companies Green Motion and Surprice Car Rental on the Tanzanian island.