Bolt targets two new markets and seeks partners in 2021
The Estonian company, one of the leaders in mobility in Africa, has just received $20 million in funding from the World Bank subsidiary IFC to support its ambitions plans for the continent.
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▪ Bolt targets two new markets and seeks partners in 2021
▪ The Estonian company, one of the leaders in mobility in Africa, has just received $20 million in funding from the World Bank subsidiary IFC to support its ambitions plans for the continent.
▪ https://www.africabusinessplus.com/en/807209/bolt-targets-two-new-markets-and-seeks-partners-in-2021/
With a presence in seven African markets and more than 400 000 customers, high-speed startup Bolt—formerly Taxify—is already looking for additional markets. According to Jeune Afrique Business + sources, including Africa Regional Manager Paddy Partridge, the company plans to launch in two new markets over the next 12 months, adding to Ghana, Nigeria, Tunisia, Tanzania, Uganda, Kenya and South Africa.
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