Bolt, the Nairobi City County Government and the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) organised a collaborative driver‑safety session for ride‑hailing operators in the capital.

The training brought together motorbike (boda‑boda) and vehicle drivers, county transport officials, NTSA staff and emergency‑response provider Rescue.co to address the high number of road‑traffic fatalities recorded in Nairobi, Kiambu and Nakuru in 2026.

NTSA officials highlighted risky behaviours such as speeding, distracted driving, unsafe lane‑splitting and driver fatigue during the session.

Bolt reported that participating drivers pledged to obey traffic regulations and adopt safer driving practices, while also being introduced to the platform’s in‑app safety features.

Nairobi County’s Mobility Department briefed drivers on transport by‑laws, traffic‑management requirements and parking regulations to clarify the rules governing ride‑hailing operations in the city.

Rescue.co demonstrated the correct use of emergency assistance services and explained the circumstances under which drivers should activate them.

Bolt Kenya Public Policy Manager Benjamin Sulle stressed that sustained cooperation between drivers, technology platforms and government agencies is essential for safer roads and a well‑regulated ride‑hailing sector.

The engagement forms part of Bolt’s broader effort to promote driver education, raise awareness of transport regulations and encourage responsible ride‑hailing operations across Kenya.

National data show that 15,472 people have been injured on Kenyan roads in the first ten months of 2026, underscoring the urgency of such safety initiatives.