Bolt Introduces High-Risk Area Alerts to Protect Drivers in South Africa
September 3, 2025
Bolt Market Records 300% Growth in Kenya
September 2, 2025
Bolt Market has reported a 300% increase in orders since launching in Kenya in December 2024. In case you haven’t heard about it, Bolt Market is the grocery delivery arm of Bolt. Customers are using…
Bolt’s New Family Profile Lets You Book and Pay for Rides for Up to Nine People
July 22, 2025
Bolt Kenya has introduced a new “Family Profile” feature that makes it easier for users to manage and pay for rides for up to nine people from a single account. The company said it designed…
Bolt Partners with NTSA, Police & Nairobi County for Driver and Courier Safety Workshop
July 16, 2025
Bolt hosted a comprehensive safety training workshop for drivers and couriers on its platform. This initiative, a collaborative effort with the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA), the National Police Service (NPS) Traffic Police Department,…
Bolt Launches ‘Bolt Comfort’ Ride Option in Kenya
June 11, 2025
Bolt has officially launched ‘Bolt Comfort’ in Kenya today, a new ride category designed for passengers seeking a higher-quality experience with more comfort, space, and reliability. The service is already available in select areas of…
Bolt Awards €20,000 in Seed Funding to South African Entrepreneurs in First Accelerator Program
May 27, 2025
Bolt has concluded its first Accelerator Program in South Africa, awarding €20,000 (over R400,000) in funding to ten standout participants. The initiative marks a significant step in the company’s efforts to support entrepreneurial growth within…
Bolt Adds Flight Tracking to Scheduled Rides For Easier Airport Pickups
May 14, 2025
Bolt has announced the rollout of a Flight Tracking feature that syncs with your flight details when scheduling a ride from the airport. Witn this feature, delays, cancellations or early arrivals don’t leave you stranded…
Bolt Unveils Dash Cam Safety Feature for Drivers in South Africa
May 5, 2025
Bolt has announced a new partnership with Driver Technologies to bring affordable, high-tech dash cam functionality to its driver partners across South Africa. Through this partnership, Bolt drivers can now turn their smartphones into fully…
Bolt Records 46% Drop in Offline Trips Following Enhanced Safety Measures
April 9, 2025
Bolt has announced a 46% reduction in offline (off-app) trips across its platform, following the implementation of a series of enhanced safety measures designed to protect both passengers and drivers. The decline, recorded over the past…
Bolt Urges Riders to Avoid Offline Trips to Ensure Secure Ride-Hailing Experiences
December 19, 2024
Bolt has issued a strong reminder to riders and drivers to refrain from engaging in offline trips. This caution comes as part of Bolt’s ongoing commitment to ensuring the safety of passengers and drivers on…