Bolt Launches Its Innovative Accelerator Program to Empower Drivers and their Family Members in Ghana

Bolt, the leading ride hailing platform in Africa, is today launching an Accelerator Program to empower Ghanaian drivers and couriers or their immediate family members on an entrepreneurial journey.

Through the Bolt Accelerator Program, drivers, couriers and their families will have the chance to leverage their unique perspectives and insights to develop innovative solutions that enhance tech-mobility and address real-life challenges faced by communities across Ghana.A €20,000 seed fund will be made available today to support business plans developed by Bolt drivers and couriers or their family members that link to sustainable transport.

Program beneficiaries will be invited to pitch business ideas connected to Bolt’s vision of creating sustainable African Cities, which is about creating cities that prioritise people's well-being, sustainability, and accessible mobility for all.

Applicants are invited to submit their ideas through the dedicated portal at bit.ly/BAPGHANA.The program will be run in close partnership with The Nest Innovation Park, whose network of mentors will support eligible participants in developing their business plans.

With the Bolt Accelerator Program, Ghanaian innovators will be empowered to tap into their creativity and entrepreneurial spirit.

We are excited to support the concepts of our drivers and couriers and extend this program to their family members to make an even bigger impact.

We offer a range of mobility products for different services and needs:Ride-hailingBolt Food, delivering ready-made meals from restaurantsBolt Business, our corporate mobility serviceApplication Details:The Bolt Accelerator Programme opens its doors to all registered Bolt drivers, couriers and their immediate family members across Ghana, sparking a journey of learning, growth, and economic empowerment.