Bolt has partnered with Bastion Health Limited to provide health insurance packages to its driver-partners across Nigeria.
The initiative aims to give drivers access to affordable healthcare, a benefit many independent drivers normally lack.
The programme allows drivers to choose coverage for themselves and their dependents through a pooled plan, which offers discounted premiums and faster access to services.
Bolt says this will help drivers manage their health while continuing to earn.
Weyinmi Aghadiuno, head of Regulatory and Policy, Africa, said: “Driver wellbeing is critical to the long-term health of the mobility ecosystem. This partnership with Bastion Health is designed to make quality healthcare more accessible and affordable for drivers, helping them protect their health while continuing to earn on the platform.
“By negotiating group benefits for drivers, we’re able to lower barriers to healthcare access and create meaningful support for our driver community.”
The plans combine flexibility and affordability, giving drivers options that traditional individual insurance plans usually do not. Bastion Health’s digital platform makes it easy for drivers to learn about, enrol in, and manage their coverage.
Bolt also noted the safety benefits of the programme. Healthier drivers are more alert on the road, which could lead to fewer accidents. The company said the initiative is part of a goal to support drivers with financial, safety, and well-being programmes.
Beyond the driver health insurance innovation, Bolt is continually seeking partnerships to bolster the gig economy, striving to address the needs of drivers while promoting the long-term sustainability of the ride-hailing ecosystem.
