Bolt South Africa is proud to support citizens participating in the peaceful protest at the Union Buildings on 11 April 2025, aimed at raising awareness about gender-based violence (GBV) and femicide. To help make participation more accessible, Bolt will offer discounted rides to and from the event in Pretoria.
To make the journey even more cost-effective and convenient for those traveling in groups, Bolt encourages users to make use of the Bolt XL category today. With seating for up to six passengers, Bolt XL is an ideal choice for friends, colleagues, and community members heading to the protest together.
“Gender-based violence and femicide remain deeply concerning issues in our country,” said Lerato Motsoeneng, Senior General Manager for Bolt South Africa. “As a business operating in communities across South Africa, we believe in supporting constructive civic action and doing our part to help create safer environments—both within and beyond our platform.”
Advantages of choosing Bolt XL for protest day travel include:
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Space for up to six people, making it perfect for group travel
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Reduced cost per person when splitting fares
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Fewer vehicles on the road, supporting a more eco-conscious and efficient protest day
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One pick-up, one drop-off—simplifying coordination and enhancing safety
The peaceful demonstration led by Women for Change, along with civil society organisations, calls on the South African government to consider declaring GBV and Femicide a national disaster. Bolt recognises and respects the important role of government in addressing these complex issues, and supports multi-sectoral collaboration to combat them.
“We believe that transport should never be a barrier to civic participation,” added Motsoeneng. “By offering discounted rides and encouraging the use of Bolt XL, we’re helping more people show up safely and in solidarity.”
Bolt South Africa remains committed to user safety, continuing to invest in features and programs such as:
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Real-time ride tracking and in-app emergency assistance
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Driver background checks and safety education
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Rider awareness campaigns around safe travel
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Partnerships with NGOs focused on community safety and gender justice
Details on how to redeem the protest-day vouchers will be shared on Women for Change’s official social media channels