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Bolt says thanks: win 3 months of free rides and a Spa Voucher
At Bolt, we believe every ride matters. From quick errands to milestone moments, we’re proud to have been part of your everyday travels. This Customer Support Week, we want to celebrate you, our riders, with a special giveaway: 3 months of free rides and a spa voucher!
The Bolt Drive for a Prize Campaign Is Back — and It’s Bigger Than Ever!
Get ready to turn your time on the road into something special. From 18 July to 29 August 2025, we're rolling out 6 weeks of recognition and rewards to show appreciation for the drivers using the Bolt platform.
Win an Apple Watch + free rides in our #UnlockTimeWithBoltBoda Challenge
Ever wondered what you’d do if you had more time? With traffic being such a huge part of the commute experience in Kenya, beating the traffic and cutting your travel
Bolt Valentine’s giveaway: show your love for Carol to win a prize
True love is reciprocal and, this Valentine’s, we’re on the search for the people who love Carol just as much as she loves them. Just for showing your love for Carol, you can
Bolt supporting the career development of Kenyan women in honour of International Women’s Day
This year, in honour of International Women’s Day, we want to stand with all the women who choose to challenge the old norms and create a more inclusive world through
Your Bolt Rewind has arrived
We’re wrapping up the year with another edition of our traditional highlight reel, Bolt Rewind. So, open up your Bolt app to see your personal summary of 2024. Or read
Bolt Food launches Bolt Market grocery stores
Exciting news — Bolt Market has officially launched in Nairobi, Kenya! Bolt Market is a service designed to help you get your essential groceries delivered fast and conveniently through the
Unlock benefits and save money with Bolt Rewards
Bolt Rewards is a reward programme that helps drivers save money while making driving more enjoyable with special perks. It’s a simple way to earn benefits and discounts, as all
Rider Verification launched to increase driver safety
The Bolt Safety Team is launching Rider Verification, a new safety feature that will help to increase driver safety in Kenya When riders choose to use this feature, they will
Rev up your engine for the ultimate Drive for a Prize contest!
The Bolt Drive for a Prize contest is back! This time, bigger and better! Are you ready to take your driving game to a whole new level? For the next