Bolt has announced a 6 per cent increase in ride fares for customers in Kenya following the recent rise in fuel prices.
The ride-hailing platform said the adjustment was made to cushion drivers from increasing operational costs linked to higher fuel prices.
According to the company, the decision followed feedback from driver partners who had raised concerns over the growing cost of running their vehicles amid the sustained rise in pump prices.
As of April 16, 2026, the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority set maximum retail fuel prices in Nairobi at KSh197.60 for Super Petrol, KSh196.63 for Diesel and KSh152.78 for Kerosene. The prices remain in effect until May 14, 2026, when new adjustments are expected to be announced.
Dimmy Kanyankole said the fare increase is intended to support drivers while maintaining affordability for passengers.
“The 6% increase not only cushions drivers but also enables customers to continue enjoying affordable rides,” Kanyankole said.
The fare review comes at a time when transport operators across Kenya have continued to face pressure from fluctuating fuel prices, maintenance costs and inflation, factors that have also impacted public transport fares and delivery services.
Bolt operates in several major Kenyan towns and cities and remains one of the country’s most widely used ride-hailing platforms alongside competitors such as Uber and Little.
