Bolt backs Mombasa County push to formalise 400 delivery riders with training and licences

Bolt, the Estonian mobility platform, has teamed up with Mombasa County government in Kenya to provide training and licences to 400 delivery riders. The initiative will utilize Kenya's Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) framework, allowing riders with practical experience to have their skills formally acknowledged. Over a period of 21 days, the riders will undergo certified training at a driving school before receiving their licences from Kenya’s National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA).

The partnership, initiated with a memorandum of understanding in January 2026, aims to enhance compliance and safety in the transport sector, support youth employment, and encourage digital adoption among transport businesses. As Kenya grapples with recognising and regulating its motorcycle and app-based delivery economy, which employs over 2 million riders, this programme offers an opportunity for experienced delivery workers to gain recognised training and licensing.

The initiative is funded by a KES 1.5 million ($11,591) contribution from Bolt, with the aim of improving the lives of residents and creating a more sustainable transport ecosystem.