Ampersand’s new Nairobi factory to triple electric motorcycle production
Ampersand’s move targets the surging demand for sustainable transportation solutions in Kenya and beyond.
Electric Vehicles
Amid headwinds, Ethiopia's ban on petrol cars causes EV takeup
With just 1.2M cars, it restricts gas-powered autos through high taxes, aiming to increase public transport and EV adoption amid low car ownership
China's EV players chart course for Morocco amid subsidy squeeze
Chinese electric vehicle manufacturers are shifting to Morocco amid US, EU restrictions, as trade deals and resources attract major investments in the Kingdom's cleantech market
Major EV drive sees Kenya ramp up charging infrastructure
With companies like Moja EV Kenya, Simba Corp, TotalEnergies, and NCBA leading the charge, the country is set to witness a significant increase in EV adoption
Ampersand and BYD clutch to rev up Africa's e-bike production
The broader context of this partnership is the urgent need to de-carbonise transport systems in the continent
Kenya gets $378 million EU loan to roll out electric BRT system
The European Union has approved a $378 million financing for Kenya to boost the country’s Bus Rapid Transport System which will be run by EVs.
JET Motors wants to lead Africa’s Electric Vehicle revolution
The electric vehicle movement is well and alive in Nigeria, led by JET Motor Company—a team of young Africans who are designing EVs for Africans.