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For passengers2 Oct 2025

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!

Campaigns25 Jul 2025

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
News5 Mar 2025

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
Campaigns5 Mar 2025

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
News5 Mar 2025

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
News23 Dec 2024

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
Bolt Food2 Dec 2024

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
For drivers23 Oct 2024

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
For drivers3 Sept 2024

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!
For drivers28 Jun 2024

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