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Join Nairobi-based multimedia journalist Njenga Hakeenah as he explores the fast-evolving world of electric mobility across Africa. From cutting-edge EVs and electrified scooters to industry trends and clean energy innovations, this podcast delivers expert insights and in-depth conversations with key players driving Africa’s electric revolution. Listeners will meet some of the smartest, most creat... more

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Discover the silent, under-the-radar electric vehicle revolution happening in Kenya!

In this episode of The Africa EV Show, Njenga Hakeenah sits down with Peter Kihara, the visionary behind Teachers Transporters.

Kihara shares his incredible jour... more

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The African electric vehicle (EV) market is projected to grow by 25 percent annually over the next five years. This means that stakeholders, including financiers, have to plan for this expansion if they are to benefit from the sector.

In this week’... more

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E-mobility is beginning to take root in Uganda, and for companies like Spiro, success has hinged on listening closely to customers.

Just over a year after entering the market, Spiro has installed more than 150 charging stations nationwide, undersco... more

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This episode of The Africa EV show delves into the critical challenges facing electric mobility in Africa, particularly focusing on intra-African trade barriers. 

The discussion highlights how tariff walls, customs friction, and inconsistent standa... more

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Recent Guests

Peter Kihara
Manager of Teachers Transporters, focusing on electric vehicles in Kenya
Teachers Transporters
Episode: The Underground EV Revolution Driven by a Kenyan's Billion-Dollar Vision
Kwasi Frimpong
Head of Citi's Global Network Banking Group in South Africa with extensive experience in corporate banking across Africa.
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Episode: Citi's Approach to Financing Africa’s Green Mobility
Robert Kayimbye
Global head of marketing Africa at Spiro
Spiro
Episode: Customer Feedback Shaping Spiro’s E-bike Design in Uganda
Evan Liu
Co-director of Sanguo Ventures, involved in manufacturing and retrofitting electric motorcycles
Sanguo Ventures
Episode: Youthful Technicians Building Malawi’s E-bikes Driven by Chinese Tech
Lei Xing
Co-host of the China EVs & More podcast and an observer of the China automotive space.
China EVs & More
Episode: How China’s EV Price War Could Disrupt Africa’s Auto Future
Kimani Wa Ngugi
Founder and CEO of Kijani Boda, an EV ride-hailing platform
Kijani Boda
Episode: Kenyan Startup Targets to Dethrone Bolt, Uber in Ride-Hailing Space
Jorgs Mbugua
CEO of eBikes Africa, a Kenyan electric mobility company helping people move sustainably.
eBikes Africa
Episode: Chinese Tech Enhancing Mobility for Kenya’s Wheelchair Users
Dan Kamau
CEO of Ace Mobility, Kenya's first accessible vehicle startup aimed at providing transport solutions for people with disabilities.
Ace Mobility
Episode: Chinese Tech Enhancing Mobility for Kenya’s Wheelchair Users
Warren Ondaje
Managing director of Africa E-Mobility Alliance and runs the Carbon Lip Frog podcast focusing on clean transport and energy in Africa
Africa E-Mobility Alliance
Episode: AI in Kenya’s EV Shift Struggles to Keep Pace With Chinese Tech

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Njenga Hakeenah
Host and multimedia journalist exploring electric mobility in Africa.

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Citi's Approach to Financing Africa’s Green Mobility
Q: Do you see governments in Africa lowering these tariffs to spur green mobility in these countries?
Yes, there is beginning to be more discussion around it, and I'm encouraged by the progress we're seeing.
Citi's Approach to Financing Africa’s Green Mobility
Q: What are the criteria you use or look for to support the kinds of business that you're working with?
We look for sustainability of the business model, creditworthiness, and whether the business has proven its performance through the five Cs of credit.
The Underground EV Revolution Driven by a Kenyan's Billion-Dollar Vision
Q: Do you think that this will be good competition for you who is importing and somebody who is local assembly?
Yes, it will enhance what we do, and as local assembly improves, it will create a more competitive market where we will all benefit.
The Underground EV Revolution Driven by a Kenyan's Billion-Dollar Vision
Q: Are we able to replicate that and say we can do the same things they are doing there, here?
Comparing ourselves to the Chinese, there is a significant gap, but the uniqueness of our local approach can lead to great future developments under our unique specifications.
The Underground EV Revolution Driven by a Kenyan's Billion-Dollar Vision
Q: What were the key considerations that you made before you decided to be selling vehicles in Kenya?
Electric and new products face challenges, mainly related to initial costs, but the long-term savings from reduced fuel costs make them economically advantageous.

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This podcast focuses on the rapidly evolving electric mobility landscape in Africa, featuring discussions on a wide variety of topics such as the development of electric vehicles (EVs), innovative solutions in clean transportation, and the influence of international markets on local industries. Episodes include insights from industry experts, entrepreneurs, and innovators who are addressing the challenges and opportunities in the region's transition toward electric mobility. Noteworthy themes include the integration of technology in traditional transportation, the impact of Chinese manufacturing on African markets, and unique local solutions to mobility and sustainability challenges across different countries in Africa.

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1. Peter Kihara
2. Kwasi Frimpong
3. Robert Kayimbye
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5. Lei Xing
6. Kimani Wa Ngugi
7. Jorgs Mbugua
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