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Bolt says thanks: win 3 months of free rides
Celebrating Youth Month with #BoltYourHustle
Empowering local innovation: Bolt awards €20,000 to South Africa’s emerging entrepreneurs
Win R125 000 with the #BoltGwijoChallenge
South Africa’s most electrifying musical showdown is back! The #BoltGwijoChallenge 2025 is here, and it’s bigger, bolder, and more exciting than ever. This year, we’re raising the stakes with a
Bolt Valentine’s giveaway: show your love for Bheki to win a prize
True love is reciprocal and, this Valentine’s, we’re on the search for the people who love Bheki just as much as he loves them. Just for showing your love for Bheki, you can win
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
This is how you get maximum value out of Bolt Driver app
Want to get the best out of the Bolt app as a driver? Check out our best tips for becoming a 5-star driver to help you maximise your time on
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
Rides for women, by women
Female passengers can request a ride from a female driver using the Women Only ride-type in the Bolt app. You can use the Women Only ride-type 24/7 (depending on driver
Take our Women in Mobility quiz and win R68 000!
In August, South Africa commemorates Women’s Month in honour of the 22,000 women who marched to The Union Buildings to deliver more than 100,000 signatures, taking a stand against issues