Kenya's Finance Bill 2024 Risks Crippling Clean Energy and E-Mobility Push

Kenya Power Sparks EV Revolution with Free Charging

Kenya Power, the national electricity provider, has sparked an electric vehicle (EV) revolution with a groundbreaking initiative: free charging stations across Nairobi. This innovative program aims to address a significant hurdle hindering EV adoption – the lack of readily available charging infrastructure.  By providing readily accessible charging points, Kenya Power is paving the way for…

Read More
electric cars

Learning from Kenya’s Electric Vehicle Journey to Drive Sustainable Transport in Nigeria

Kenya has made notable strides in promoting sustainable transportation through the successful development of electric vehicles. The country has witnessed substantial growth in the uptake of electric vehicles, particularly within the public transit sector. Studying Kenya’s electric vehicle adoption provides valuable insights for Nigeria, emphasizing the benefits of sustainable transportation and the crucial roles of…

Read More

Electric Bus Startup BasiGo Receives $5 Million from British International Investment for Delivery of 100 Electric Buses in Kenya

Electric bus startup BasiGo has secured a $5 million investment from British International Investment (BII) to accelerate the delivery of 100 electric buses in Kenya. The funding, sourced from BII’s Climate Innovation Facility, will support BasiGo’s efforts to scale the local assembly of e-buses and expand their presence in Kenya’s public transport sector. BasiGo’s innovative…

Read More