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Chinese EVs boost green transformation in Kenya
However, soaring petrol prices in Kenya pushed him to consider an EV. And when he learned that Moja EV Kenya, the distributor of the Chinese electric vehicle brand Neta, would launch electric taxis in Nairobi in October,
BasiGo Partners With 4NTE To Launch Kenya''s
Electric vehicle startup BasiGo has launched Kenya''s first inter-city electric matatu trips, marking an expansion of the country''s clean public transport network beyond the capital. In partnership with 4NTE SACCO and Manchester
UK, Kenya, Nigeria Unite in Sodium-Ion Battery Research to
Kenya and Nigeria: Ready for Battery-Led EV Growth Both Kenya and Nigeria are becoming early adopters of electric mobility in Africa. Their collaboration on sodium-ion battery research is a
Kenya Launches First Electric Matatu Pilot for Inter-City
Kenya just made history, BasiGo has unveiled the nation''s first electric matatu pilot for intercity routes, promising a new era of travel that slashes emissions while making public transport
9 Top Electric Vehicles Companies in Nairobi · July 2025 | F6S
BasiGo works with top-tier E-bus manufacturers to supply a cost-effective electric alternative to diesel buses that meet the local vehicle requirements. Due to the high share of
Kenya''s iconic Rhino Charge off-road race to debut electric vehicle
Kenya''s iconic Rhino Charge off-road race is marking a historic shift toward environmental sustainability in its 2025 edition with the entry of its first-ever electric vehicle.
Collaboration Supercharges Kenya''s EV Adoption Drive
These partnerships are driving electric vehicle (EV) adoption by strengthening policy support, improving charging infrastructure, and lowering ownership costs, positioning Kenya as a rising
RareX Raises Ksh168 Million To Fund Kenyan Niobium Project
Australian company RareX Limited has secured over Ksh168 million (A$2 million) from global investors. Some of the funds are earmarked for advancing a rare earth and niobium project at
Isuzu Electric Truck Kenya Launch Set for 2025
Isuzu East Africa is preparing to test the waters of Kenya''s electric vehicle (EV) market with the launch of its first battery-powered truck by 2025, positioning itself to meet the country''s shifting
East Africa Unites: The Drive Towards Unified EV Standards
The Push for Harmonized EV Standards in East Africa East Africa is accelerating its transition to electric vehicles (EVs) through a coordinated push for harmonized standards. As nations like
UK, Kenya, Nigeria Unite in Sodium-Ion Battery Research to
A transformative research partnership led by Swansea University in the UK, in collaboration with tertiary institutions in Kenya and Nigeria, has secured major UK government funding to fast
Isuzu to Launch First Electric Truck in Kenya by 2025 as EV
Can electric trucks revolutionize Kenya''s commercial transport sector by 2025? That''s the question Isuzu seeks to answer with its bold change to introduce its first-ever electric truck in
Absa seals deal to expand EV financing in South
Absa, led by Kenny Fihla, signs deal with BYD to boost EV financing in South Africa The Johannesburg-based lender aims to build a sustainable finance ecosystem as demand for new energy vehicles (NEVs) continues to climb.
BasiGo Expands E-mobility Beyond Nairobi with Launch of Kenya
The vans will be offered through BasiGo''s Pay-As-You-Drive lease model, designed to lower the cost barrier for operators looking to electrify their fleet. "We are delighted to extend electric
BYD Enters Africa – Electric Cars Launch in Kenya and Nigeria
BYD, the renowned Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, is rapidly expanding its EV footprint in Africa. With the official launch of its electric cars in Kenya and Nigeria, BYD is not
BasiGo Launches Kenya''s First Inter-City Electric Matatu Pilot
These routes represent some of Kenya''s busiest inter-city connections, making them ideal testing grounds for electric vehicle viability in regional transport. The electric vans come in two
EMAK unveils policy plan to boost electric mobility in Kenya
These incentives aim to lower the total cost of EV ownership, catalyze local value addition, create jobs, and attract foreign direct investment. EMAK also supports targeted interventions under
Top startups in Electric Vehicles in Kenya (Jul,
Unlock full data on Electric Vehicles in Kenya with our free Lite plan! There are 19 Electric Vehicles startups in Kenya which include Spiro, Ewaka, Ecobodaa, Stima, Mazi Mobility. Out of these, 7 startup s are funded.
Kenya''s First EV Assembly Plant Opens – Local Jobs
Training programs to upskill local mechanics and EV technicians. Attracting Investment in Africa''s EV Future The Kenya EV Plant is drawing attention from both local and international investors
EPRA opens license applications for electric
The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has officially opened the doors for Kenyan entrepreneurs and investors interested in establishing electric vehicle (EV) charging and battery swapping stations
Isuzu East Africa to Launch First Electric Truck in Kenya by 2025
Isuzu East Africa is set to launch its first electric vehicle (EV) in Kenya, a major milestone in the country''s journey to sustainable mobility. The electric truck will hit the roads by 2025 as the
How Infrastructure Is Driving Kenya''s E-Mobility Revolution
Kenya is spearheading Africa''s electric mobility shift, anchored by rapid expansion in clean power, charging networks, battery‑swap stations, and local manufacturing. With nearly 90% of its
