CleanTechnica EVs

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

A number of startups focused on electrifying the motorcycle and motorcycle taxi (boda-boda) market have now entered the boda-boda space in Kenya, Uganda, and Rwanda. They have adopted several models, including battery leasing and swapping services, hoping to entice boda-boda operators with the lower opex costs of electric motorcycles.

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Baua Electric

JUNE 19, 2024

The company, which currently operates in Rwanda and Kenya, is making significant strides in the African electric vehicle industry. The company focuses on creating zero-emission electric motorcycles that offer an affordable and sustainable alternative to traditional internal combustion engine bikes, which are prevalent across the continent.

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Blink Charging

APRIL 6, 2023

In total, the International Energy Association reports , 6.6 This is partially due to the cost of EVs in these countries, but also with a relative lack of charging infrastructure. Countries like Rwanda, Kenya, Uganda and Egypt all have plans in place to increase EV production and usage. What about the rest of the world?

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 13, 2012

IBM Research - Africa will have its first location in Nairobi, Kenya in collaboration between the Ministry of Information, Communication and Technology (ICT) through the Kenya ICT Board. The new lab will establish a Resident Scientist Program, an international recruitment program to reach Kenyan and other African applicants.

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