Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Bolt Uganda has added a 12-hour time cap for drivers on the ride-hailing platform. The working time limit is in place to ensure that drivers arrive for trips energized and rejuvenated. The restriction on the number of hours also allows drivers to prioritize other engagements …
Read More »Bolt launches in Gulu with affordable rates
Gulu, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Bolt is fully operational in Kampala, and now the e-hailing company has launched in Gulu city as part of moves to provide safe and affordable transport right across Uganda. It is charging from Shs2,000 for boda-boda rides and Shs8,000 for Bolt base. Users will be …
Read More »Bolt seeks to improve drivers’ experience after 42-days of lockdown
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Bolt Uganda, the e-hailing company, is temporarily waiving commissions for drivers following the government’s recent partial lifting of the COVID-19 lockdown. The move seeks to help drivers have a better start of their business after the 42-day lockdown which significantly impacted their earnings. In a …
Read More »Bolt drivers accused of extortion
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Some Bolt cab drivers have stopped using the billing system on the company application and resorted to fixing prices. Normally, when one orders a Bolt cab or Boda boda, the application gives an indicative fare. On a good day without traffic jam, customers get to …
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