Category: Sustainable transport

Roam and ENERGICA Partner to Expand Charging Network with 10 Solar-Powered Roam Hubs

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Roam and ENERGICA will add 10 solar-powered Roam Hubs for electric motorcycle charging in Nairobi for affordable battery rentals and charging. This initiative will establish Roam as a leader in Africa’s innovative electric vehicle charging infrastructure, making up to 500 transactions daily at each Roam Hub. Roam’s open architecture design will enable various electric motorcycle brands to access its charging network, enhancing their convenience and promoting the adoption of electric mobility. This collaboration seeks to reduce energy costs by KES 10-15 per kWh, promoting affordable, sustainable transport. Roam, a Kenyan…

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Rabbit Mobility Raises $1.3 Million: A New Breath for Green Mobility in Egypt

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Rabbit Mobility, a pioneer in micromobility in Egypt, has just completed a $1.3 million funding round led by venture capital firm 500 Global and Untapped Global, a specialist in smart asset financing. This major fundraising will enable the company to accelerate its mission: to offer Egyptians sustainable, efficient, and accessible transportation alternatives. With over 1 million trips completed and 450,000 users, Rabbit Mobility has already demonstrated its great potential. This new funding will enable the company to: Expand its offer: By tripling its fleet, Rabbit Mobility will be able to…

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Zeno Raises $9.5 Million to Lead Africa’s Electric Revolution

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Zeno, a startup co-founded by Tesla alumnus Michael Spencer, has secured $9.5 million in an oversubscribed seed funding round, positioning itself to make a significant impact on Africa’s energy and transport landscape. This funding was led by Lowercarbon Capital and Toyota Ventures, with support from investors like 4DX Ventures, Active Impact, Advantedge, MCJ Collective, and RedBlue Ventures. The influx of capital will allow Zeno to roll out its innovative electric motorbikes with swappable battery technology in East Africa by early 2025, marking a milestone in the region’s electric vehicle (EV)…

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Chinese Electric Vehicle Manufacturers Target the African Market

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In the context of global energy transition, Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers are intensifying their efforts to conquer the African market, seeing considerable growth potential. This expansion strategy is part of a desire to diversify their international markets and establish themselves as leaders in a region still largely untapped by the EV industry. Several major Chinese players have recently made significant inroads on the African continent. Neta Auto, a brand developed by the startup Zhejiang Hozon New Energy Automobile Company, opened its first flagship store in Kenya last June. The…

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