Bolt, the on-demand mobility platform, has announced that over 40% of its motorbike fleet in Kenya is now electric, making it the country’s largest ride-hailing operator of electric two-wheelers. The company has also onboarded more than 1,700 riders through a partnership with M-KOPA, exceeding its 2025 target for affordable EV adoption and accelerating the transition to cleaner urban transport.
hile Bolt has not publicly disclosed the total number of motorcycles in its Kenya fleet, the 40% electric penetration allows for an informed estimate. Earlier in 2025, Bolt reported over 500 electric bikes on its platform, expected to grow to around 1,500 by year-end. This suggests that the overall motorcycle fleet likely numbers between 1,200 and 1,500 units, combining both petrol and electric motorbikes.
The adoption of electric bikes forms part of Bolt’s broader strategy to reduce emissions, lower operating costs for riders, and contribute to Kenya’s climate and clean transport ambitions. Riders accessing electric bikes through M-KOPA’s flexible financing options enjoy significant savings on fuel and maintenance, improving their overall earnings.
Dimmy Kanyankole, Senior General Manager for East Africa at Bolt, said: “Kenya is at the forefront of clean mobility in Africa. By surpassing 40% electric bike penetration and onboarding over 1,700 M-KOPA-supported riders, we are showing that sustainable transport solutions can be practical, affordable, and profitable for our riders.”
Electric motorbikes offer environmental benefits by lowering carbon emissions in densely populated urban areas, where transport is a major source of pollution. Bolt’s data indicates strong adoption momentum, with the platform recording 4.8 million electric vehicle rides in Kenya over the past year—evidence of growing consumer demand for greener mobility solutions.
Nena Sanderson, Chief Product Officer and Managing Director at M-KOPA Mobility, added: “Our partnership with Bolt demonstrates that when financing barriers are removed, riders are eager to adopt cleaner, cheaper alternatives. Reaching 1,700 riders is only the beginning—we are committed to scaling this impact even further.”
Looking ahead, Bolt plans to continue expanding its electric motorbike fleet in 2026 through new financing partnerships, rider support programs, and collaborations with manufacturers and charging network providers. The move solidifies Bolt’s position as Kenya’s largest EV ride-hailing provider and underscores the growing role of electric mobility in Africa’s urban transport landscape.
