Bolt, NTSA and Nairobi County Train Ride-Hailing Drivers on Road Safety

Author: Samuel MwanawanjugunaPublished on: October 23, 2026Country: Kenya

Society & LifestyleTravel & Tourism

Bolt, the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) and Nairobi County held road-safety training for ride-hailing drivers. The initiative aims to improve compliance and reduce conflict between county enforcement officers and boda boda riders. During the training, the county guided riders through Nairobi County bylaws.

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