A ride-hailing platform operating in various countries, including South Africa, aiming to provide affordable transportation.
Condia Insider: Bolt rolls out family plan
Bolt introduces a Family Profile feature in Nigeria, enabling users to book rides for up to nine people from one account. The Family Profile feature aims to streamline ride booking and enhance safety on the platform.
Bolt launches family profile in Nigeria to transform ride-hailing for households
Bolt has introduced a Family Profile feature in Nigeria, allowing one user to manage rides for up to nine people. The feature aims to make mobility more inclusive for families and small support networks.
Bolt records 42% drop in offline trips in three months
Bolt reported a 42% drop in offline trips over the last three months. The number of users utilizing the Trusted Contacts feature surged to over 31,000, a 300% increase since January.
Nigeria’s ride-hailing union, AUATON, pass vote of no confidence on president
AUATON delivered a unanimous vote of no confidence to its National President, Comrade Adedamola Adeniran. The Central Working Committee cited constitutional breaches and administrative overreach as grounds for Adeniran's ouster.
The real cost of commuting in Lagos —and why public transport might still be your best bet
Public transport from Yaba to Victoria Island costs about ₦82,000 monthly, while ride-hailing services like Bolt and Uber can cost ₦420,000 monthly. Bolt fares have increased by 50% between early 2024 and October, with trips now costing ₦12,000 to ₦15,000.
