Bolt has announced that the target to raise Ksh 10 million to assist flood victims in Kenya was achieved. By riding on the Bolt platform using the Flood Assist category, Bolt riders supported victims of the floods that plagued the country between March and May.
According to Bolt, 5% of each ride’s revenue from this category was apportioned and forwarded to the Kenya Red Cross Society. Subsequently, the Kenya Red Cross Society through its mechanisms was able to mitigate the impact of the floods that caused significant loss of life, displacement, and damage to property and infrastructure.
The partnership between Bolt and the Kenya Red Cross Society to support flood victims across Kenya started in May 2024. Bolt donated an initial contribution of Ksh 5 million, with a total goal of raising Ksh 10 million through the Flood Assist category.
Speaking at the final handover ceremony, Linda Ndung’u, Bolt Country Manager said, “Bolt is thrilled to announce that, thanks to our dedicated riders, we have successfully reached our goal of raising 10 million shillings. The funds raised will support flood victims through our esteemed partner, the Kenya Red Cross Society. The response to the ‘Flood Assist’ category was overwhelming, allowing us to meet our target in just two weeks. This achievement highlights the unwavering commitment of Kenyans to support each other in times of crisis, an incredible testament to our resilience as a nation.”
On his part, Venant Ndighila, Head of Disaster Operations at the Kenya Red Cross Society said, “We would like to express our deepest gratitude to Bolt for their generous contribution to supporting those affected by the floods. We appreciate not only the monetary donations but also the overall support from Bolt and the broader Kenyan community. With the initial contributions, we were able to help families regain their footing with dignity by providing food, clean water, emergency shelter, and attending to their health needs.”
“Additionally, we supported affected children by purchasing school supplies, particularly in the Mai Mahiu region. Moving forward, we will continue to aid these families in improving their livelihoods and reconstructing their homes through cash support. We remain thankful for this partnership with Bolt, especially during a time when overall support has diminished due to challenging economic conditions,” he added.