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Keep yourself updated on the latest news from Bolt and the world of transportation.
Take control of your ride with pick-up codes
Wherever you go, the start of your trip sets the tone for the rest of the journey. You want to know you’re in the right car, with the right driver, and that your ride begins only when you’re ready. To give you that extra layer of precision and peace of mind, Bolt has introduced pick-up codes.
Empowering local innovation: Bolt awards €20,000 to South Africa’s emerging entrepreneurs
A selfie for safety: Bolt’s new Rider Verification feature
The Bolt Safety Team has launched Rider Verification, a new safety feature that will help to increase driver safety in South Africa. When riders choose to use this feature, they
Bolt Send; Same-day parcel delivery is now available
Bolt Send has officially launched, providing same-day delivery on small-sized parcels. Deliveries will be made exclusively by fuel-efficient Bajaj Qute vehicles in and around Johannesburg’s northern suburbs only. How to
Unlock your potential with Bolt Booster Days!
Whether you’re stepping into the driver’s seat for the first time or you’re a seasoned pro, Bolt Booster Days in South Africa can help you elevate your driving game. What’s
How to become a Bolt driver in South Africa?
No schedule, no boss and great earnings! Are you looking to fund your studies, flexibility to provide as well as look after your family, looking to build your own business
Keeping you safe on your Bolt ride
Our technology allows us to pair thousands of people together on a daily basis. Helping people to keep safe is a huge responsibility, and certainly one we do not take
Get cash back on Bolt rides with your Absa card
We have some amazing news for you! We’ve teamed up with Absa to deliver more value to Absa Rewards members who ride with Bolt and order food delivery with Bolt
Bolt celebrates National Women’s Day!
On the 9th of August 1956, more than 20,000 women of all races marched in unison to demand equal rights for women. More than 60 years later, we continue to
Feature update: Make calls through the Bolt app at no extra cost
It’s time to update your Bolt app! The latest versions of the Bolt and Bolt Driver apps enable drivers and riders to phone each other without using your airtime and