Digital Taxi Drivers in Nairobi Hold Protest Demanding Better Pay
July 15, 2024
Digital taxi drivers in Nairobi are on a go-slow today, demanding better pay and enforcement of the rule that requires digital taxi platforms to take only an 18% commission for every ride. The drivers are…
Bolt Achieves KES 10 Million Goal to Aid Flood Victims in Kenya through 'Flood Assist' Initiative
June 26, 2024
Bolt has announced that the target to raise KES 10 million to assist flood victims was achieved. By riding on the Bolt platform using the ‘Flood Assist’ category, Bolt riders supported victims of the floods…
Bolt Business Customers in Kenya Can Now Issue Trips to Employees Through Coupons
May 17, 2024
Bolt has announced new Bolt Business Coupons, allowing businesses to share or fully cover the cost of a one-off ride with their employees and customers. Coupons, a part of Bolt Business platform, aim to support customers with…
Bolt Adds "Flood Assist" Category to Support Flood Victims In partnership With the Kenya Red Cross
May 13, 2024
Bolt has partnered with the Kenya Red Cross to support flood victims across Kenya through a new category on its app, the “Flood Assist” category. Bolt will initially contribute Ksh 5 million, with a total…
120 Participants Selected for Bolt's Accelerator Program in Kenya
May 2, 2024
Bolt has selected 120 participants for its Accelerator Program in Kenya. They were selected after an intensive evaluation process as they have innovative ideas and commitment to shaping sustainable transportation solutions making the cut. The…
Bolt Partners with Roam Electric, Ampersand, and M-Kopa to Introduce Electric Motorcycles to Its Platform
April 22, 2024
Earlier today, Bolt announced a strategic partnership with Roam Electric, Ampersand and M-Kopa that will see the addition of electric motorcycles to its platform. Bolt says this is part of its long term sustainability strategy….
Bolt awarded the "Best Ride-Hailing Platform, East Africa 2024" by Global Brands Magazine
April 2, 2024
Bolt has been awarded the “Best Ride-Hailing Platform, East Africa 2024” by Global Brands Magazine. This award recognition was received as an appreciation for Bolt’s commitment to excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction in providing seamless…
What You Need to Know About Bolt’s Accelerator program
March 20, 2024
Yesterday, Bold announced the launch of its Accelerator program to empower Kenyan drivers and couriers or their immediate family members on an entrepreneurial journey. Bolt says it is more than just a means of transportation…
Bolt Expands Operations to DRC
March 14, 2024
Bolt has announced the expansion of its services to Kinshasa in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Bolt currently has over 200 drivers ready to start providing services through its platform in Kinshasa. The capital…