Mobility
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Bolt Becomes Nairobi’s Largest EV Ride-Hailing Platform as Electric Fleet Hits 40%
Bolt has officially become the largest operator of electric motorbikes in Kenya’s ride-hailing sector, announcing today that over 40% of its boda boda fleet is now electric. This milestone positions the mobility giant at the forefront of the country’s green transport revolution, significantly outpacing competitors in the race to electrify last-mile connectivity. In a statement released on Monday, the company…
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Kenya Unveils $47M Plan to Roll Out 10,000 EV Charging Stations Nationwide
Kenya’s Ministry of Energy and Petroleum has announced an ambitious plan to install 10,000 electric vehicle (EV) charging stations across the country, backed by an investment of $47.26 million (Sh6.12 billion). The project aims to address one of the significant barriers to EV adoption in Kenya: the scarcity of charging infrastructure outside the capital, Nairobi. While the number of registered…
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Roam’s Electric Motorcycle to Ride 1,600 km Nairobi–Addis with Portable Charger Ahead of Africa E-Mobility Week
Roam, Kenya’s mobility company, has launched its third cross-border expedition to demonstrate the power, reliability, and accessibility of electric motorcycles across Africa. The journey named The Road to Addis set off on Sunday, October 5th, beginning a 1,600-kilometre journey from Nairobi to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, in a bold test of long-distance electric mobility. The Road to Addis expedition follows Roam’s…
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Wheels, Drive TLV Partner to Accelerate Smart Mobility Innovation
Wheels, a pioneer in fleet management and mobility, has partnered with Drive TLV, an innovation hub for smart mobility, to further advance technology-driven solutions. Drive TLV connects industry-leading companies with startups to create transformative collaborations in sustainable and connected mobility. Through this partnership, Wheels gains access to Drive TLV’s global network of startups, reinforcing its commitment to shaping the future…
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Britam Launches EV Insurance to Power Kenya’s Green Mobility
Britam General Insurance has launched an Electric Vehicle (EV) insurance cover in Kenya, designed to support the country’s growing shift to green mobility. The product, tailored for both fully electric and hybrid vehicles, positions Britam as a key player in accelerating Kenya’s transition to a low-carbon economy. According to the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure’s Draft National e-Mobility Policy, the…
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Roam Launches 2nd-Gen Electric Bike Co-Designed with Boda Boda Riders
Kenyan electric vehicle manufacturer Roam has launched the Generation 2 Roam Air, a major upgrade to its flagship electric motorcycle. The Roam Electric Bike is designed with direct input from boda boda riders in Kenya. The second-generation Roam Air introduces more than 40 new features and improvements, spanning performance, durability, comfort, and safety. Roam Electric Bike enthusiasts will note the…
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E-Mobility Manufacturer Roam Ranked Kenya’s Fastest-Growing Company
Roam, the Nairobi-based electric mobility manufacturer, has been named Kenya’s fastest-growing company and among Africa’s top 40 in the 2025 Financial Times and Statista ranking of Africa’s Fastest Growing Companies. The firm placed 35th overall on the continent — the highest among 11 Kenyan businesses on the list — and emerged as the leading electric mobility manufacturer featured. Compiled by…
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Spiro Launches Africa’s First All-Women EV Assembly Line
Electric vehicle (EV) company Spiro has launched an all-women assembly line for motor and charger production. The company says this initiative aims to promote gender inclusivity and advance EV infrastructure in the country. This is in line with the current initiative being spearheaded by the Spiro Academy aimed at upskilling and creating social impact in the local communities in countries…
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Roam and 4G Capital Partner to Finance Electric Boda Bodas in Kenya
Roam, Kenya’s electric mobility company, has partnered with digital credit provider 4G Capital to offer electric motorcycles financing to boda boda riders in the country. Through 4G Capital’s Jiinue Growth Program (2022–2027), in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, the initiative aims to empower young people, both men and women, with a strong focus on those in the boda boda industry.…
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BasiGo to Deploy 28 New Electric Buses in Rwanda
BasiGo, the Kenyan electric vehicle manufacturer, has announced a significant expansion of its operations in Rwanda, with 28 new electric buses set for delivery. The first batch of buses is already on the way and will arrive in Kigali next month. As a result, the expanded fleet will soon serve both city and inter-city routes. Additionally, BasiGo plans to deploy…
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