In a move that could shake up Cairo’s already bustling ride-hailing scene, Bolt has thundered into the Egyptian capital, guns blazing, ready to undercut its rivals with a commission scheme that’s as bold as a camel racing through rush hour traffic.
Sources report that Bolt, the ride-hailing powerhouse, has launched its services in Cairo, taking direct aim at titans like Uber and Careem. But what’s got everyone talking isn’t just their arrival—it’s their pricing strategy, which has more twists and turns than a Cairo alleyway.
While other ride-hailing giants are busy jacking up their commission rates faster than you can say “surge pricing,” Bolt is flipping the script. They’re offering drivers a sweet deal, waving goodbye to the hefty 22-33% commission fees that competitors slap on, and instead, giving them a taste of the good life with a mere 15% cut. Talk about a smooth ride!
And that’s not all! Bolt’s feeling generous, throwing discounts around like confetti at a wedding. Riders can expect a jaw-dropping 50% off their trips for the next six months, making Bolt the belle of the ball in Cairo’s transportation scene. But hey, no need to thank them—Bolt’s just here to spread joy, one discounted ride at a time.
But wait, there’s more! Bolt’s Egypt Country Manager, who’s presumably grinning wider than the Nile, chimed in with some words of wisdom. “We’re not just here to make a quick buck,” they said, probably while sipping on some Egyptian tea. “We’re here to shake things up, give drivers a fair deal, and make getting from A to B as smooth as possible. Oh, and did I mention we’re doing it all with style?”
With Bolt’s entry into Egypt, the competition’s heating up faster than a hot plate of koshary. Uber, once the undisputed king of Cairo’s streets, is now feeling the heat as Bolt swoops in with its irresistible offers. And as for Careem? Well, they’re probably sweating more than a tourist at the Great Pyramid, wondering how to keep up with Bolt’s lightning-fast moves.
But hey, it’s not all sunshine and pyramids for Bolt. They’ve got some bumps in the road to navigate, like addressing accusations from drivers in select markets who claim the company’s tactics are shadier than a night in the Sahara. But hey, when you’re blazing a trail as bright as Bolt’s, a few bumps are just part of the ride.
So, buckle up, Cairo! With Bolt in the driver’s seat, the ride-hailing game’s about to get a whole lot more interesting.
