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Africa holds the largest youth population in the world, with an estimated 70% of the sub-Saharan African population under the age of 30. The International Labor Organization (ILO) explains that by 2050, one out of three young people will be living in sub-Saharan Africa, highlighting this demographic’s significant influence in guiding economic activity, national development, and global stability. This presents a viable opportunity for much-needed transformational growth in the continent when African youth are empowered to realise their full potential.

Bolt, an inclusive mobility company, recognises this and has made efforts to empower youths through initiatives that provide access to necessary skills and experience for growth. Furthermore, Bolt empowers African youth through career opportunities available on the platform and within the organisation with a growing number of team members and managers belonging to the youth demographic.

By partnering with Bolt as drivers, Nigerian youth can increase their earning capacity through a flexible working arrangement which benefits both parties. The e-hailing platform encourages youth to register by offering several benefits, including financial independence and flexible working conditions. These are just a few of the many programs designed by Bolt to drive empowerment and financial inclusion among young Africans without barriers such as age, gender, or educational background.

Bolt also offers many opportunities to young people within its corporate organisation. The company invites people of all ages to join its ranks with fresh ideas and innovative thinking to disrupt the mobility sector. For example, Bolt annually hosts a #Drive4WITech immersive internship programme to support African female youth who have chosen to pursue a career in the technology sector. These young interns are equipped with the much-needed knowledge, tools, and hands-on experience to expand their future career paths.

Bolt believes African youth are essential to achieving a progressive and sustainable future. The e-hailing platform aims to achieve transformative change through deliberate investment in the young population via financial empowerment and employment security. Bolt invites young Africans to partner with them to create a world built on creativity and innovation. 

Markus Villig, the founder and CEO of Bolt, was nineteen (19) when he launched the platform, showcasing the ingenuity and capability of youths who benefit from an inclusive and supportive environment. Bolt is determined to be the environment that will kickstart the genius and innovation of the African youth.