The Africa EV Show
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 creative tech entrepreneurs on the continent who are shaping the future of transportation. Stay plugged into the future of mobility on The Africa EV Show!
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The Silent Crisis Killing African EV Manufacturing
11/27/2025
The Silent Crisis Killing African EV Manufacturing
In this episode, we go behind the scenes of African hardware innovation with Eugene Wang’ombe, founder of Husksberry Engineering. In this episode of The Africa EV Show, we explore the real challenges and strategic choices facing local manufacturers who are building advanced products like electric go-karts from the ground up. Wang’ombe reveals why China remains the go-to source for critical components—from electric motors and batteries to specialized tooling—and the trade-offs between cost, customizability, and local knowledge transfer. We also tackle the big questions: Can Kenya ever manufacture a fully local EV? What’s stopping billionaires from investing in local factories? And why is it so hard to find like-minded engineers to build an industrial ecosystem? JOIN THE DISCUSSION: X: | Facebook: YouTube: Now on Bluesky! Follow CGSP at FOLLOW CGSP IN FRENCH AND ARABIC: Français: | Arabic: عربي: | @ JOIN US ON PATREON! Become a CGSP Patreon member and get all sorts of cool stuff, including our Week in Review report, an invitation to join monthly Zoom calls with Eric & Cobus, and even an awesome new CGSP Podcast mug!
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Petrol to Plug: Inside Ghana’s EV and Used Car Market
11/10/2025
Petrol to Plug: Inside Ghana’s EV and Used Car Market
Can electric vehicles really thrive in a country where second-hand petrol and diesel cars still rule the roads? 🇬🇭 In this episode of The Africa EV Show, host Njenga Hakeenah sits down with Eddie Opoku, founder of Ghana’s Ryde Channel, to unpack the realities of electric mobility in one of West Africa’s most dynamic car markets. From the streets of Accra, where Chinese-made EVs are popping up beside used Toyotas, to the challenges of charging infrastructure, battery confidence, and resale value, this conversation explores the forces shaping Ghana’s transition from internal combustion to electric. 🔋 Topics Covered: Why Ghana’s second-hand market still dominates — and how EVs are breaking through The rise of affordable Chinese EVs and the brands leading the charge Charging access and local infrastructure gaps Consumer trust, resale value, and battery health concerns Policy shifts and local assembly — can Ghana build its own EV industry? 👉 Subscribe for more deep dives into Africa’s electric mobility revolution — from Nairobi to Accra to Cape Town! JOIN THE DISCUSSION: X: | Facebook: YouTube: Now on Bluesky! Follow CGSP at FOLLOW CGSP IN FRENCH AND ARABIC: Français: | Arabic: عربي: | @ JOIN US ON PATREON! Become a CGSP Patreon member and get all sorts of cool stuff, including our Week in Review report, an invitation to join monthly Zoom calls with Eric & Cobus, and even an awesome new CGSP Podcast mug!
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Training Africa’s EV Technicians: How Kenya is Preparing For E-Mobility Future
11/03/2025
Training Africa’s EV Technicians: How Kenya is Preparing For E-Mobility Future
In this episode of The Africa EV Show, host Njenga Hakeenah sits down with Alex Mũnene, Founder and fleet mobility expert at Advanced Mobility Kenya, to explore how training programs are shaping the continent’s electric vehicle shift. From driver and mechanic training to policy and investment lessons from Rwanda, Ethiopia, and the DRC, this episode dives deep into how skills development, education, and hands-on programs are preparing Africa for the electric future. Mũnene, who organized Kenya’s first EV driver and technical training, shares on-the-ground insights about: ⚡ The biggest challenges for mechanics transitioning from ICE to EVs ⚡ The growing role of private sector and partnerships in e-mobility training ⚡ What new EV owners need to know before hitting the road ⚡ Why Rwanda and Ethiopia are ahead — and what Kenya can learn Whether you’re an EV enthusiast, mechanic, policymaker, or just curious about Africa’s mobility transformation — this episode is for you. JOIN THE DISCUSSION: X: | Facebook: YouTube: Now on Bluesky! Follow CGSP at FOLLOW CGSP IN FRENCH AND ARABIC: Français: | Arabic: عربي: | @ JOIN US ON PATREON! Become a CGSP Patreon member and get all sorts of cool stuff, including our Week in Review report, an invitation to join monthly Zoom calls with Eric & Cobus, and even an awesome new CGSP Podcast mug!
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Local Assembly & Chinese EVs Powering Kenya’s Electric Vehicle Shift
10/20/2025
Local Assembly & Chinese EVs Powering Kenya’s Electric Vehicle Shift
Welcome to The Africa EV Show, where we explore the forces driving Africa’s clean mobility revolution from policy and technology to the people shaping the future of transport. In this episode, host Njenga Hakeenah sits down with Dennis Wakaba, an e-mobility consultant and industry expert, to unpack Kenya’s double approach to help with the shift to e-mobility from importing fully built EVs to assembling locally-made electric buses, cars, and motorbikes many powered by Chinese technology. This week, the discussion focuses on how Chinese EV tech is continuing to shape Kenya’s electric mobility landscape, the challenges and opportunities in local EV assembly and manufacturing, why affordability and scale remain the biggest roadblocks, what happens when an EV battery “dies” and the ever-concerning issue of data privacy. The conversation also looks at safety and the lessons from recent EV crashes of the Xiaomi SU7 in Chengdu, China and the reality of Kenya’s EV charging infrastructure and what’s next Listen till the end to hear Dennis’s thoughts on whether Kenya can make “Buy Kenya, Build Kenya” a true reality in the EV space. JOIN THE DISCUSSION: X: | Facebook: YouTube: Now on Bluesky! Follow CGSP at FOLLOW CGSP IN FRENCH AND ARABIC: Français: | Arabic: عربي: | @ JOIN US ON PATREON! Become a CGSP Patreon member and get all sorts of cool stuff, including our Week in Review report, an invitation to join monthly Zoom calls with Eric & Cobus, and even an awesome new CGSP Podcast mug!
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The Underground EV Revolution Driven by a Kenyan's Billion-Dollar Vision
09/11/2025
The Underground EV Revolution Driven by a Kenyan's Billion-Dollar Vision
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 journey from the traditional transport industry to becoming a pioneer in customizing and importing Chinese electric vehicles ranging from motorcycles to tuk-tuks and small cars- specifically designed for African needs. He reveals how he travels to China with designs "in his brain" to create affordable, practical EVs for the Kenyan market. In this conversation, the two discuss competition with Chinese dealers, savings drivers made by switching from fuel to electric, and the company’s innovative "lease-to-own" financing model. Kihara also has an ambitious plan to retrofit 200,000 petrol motorcycles to electric and locally assemble the vehicles, as well as the role of the government in boosting the sector. This is a powerful story of African ingenuity, utilizing green technology to solve local problems and building a business that aims to become a billion-dollar company. JOIN THE DISCUSSION: X: | Facebook: YouTube: Now on Bluesky! Follow CGSP at FOLLOW CGSP IN FRENCH AND ARABIC: Français: | Arabic: عربي: | @ JOIN US ON PATREON! Become a CGSP Patreon member and get all sorts of cool stuff, including our Week in Review report, an invitation to join monthly Zoom calls with Eric & Cobus, and even an awesome new CGSP Podcast mug!
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Citi's Approach to Financing Africa’s Green Mobility
09/08/2025
Citi's Approach to Financing Africa’s Green Mobility
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’s conversation, Kwasi Frimpong from Citi discusses the challenges and opportunities in financing EVs in African countries. He highlights the economic barriers to EV adoption, including high upfront costs, limited infrastructure, and restrictive tariffs. The discussion also covers the role of government policies, the impact of Chinese investment, and the need for diversified funding sources to support emerging mobility companies. Kwasi emphasizes the importance of sustainable business models and the potential for exponential growth in the EV sector by 2030. The key takeaways from this conversation are the significance of the e-mobility promise for Africa and how to diversify funding sources to address the economic barriers. There’s also a surprise insight that e-mobility is not considered a high-risk sector by the bank, which is interesting given that the sector is still in its infancy in many African countries. Kwasi also discusses how Chinese investment is reshaping the African auto market, as well as the future of the auto sector in Africa, considering the competing and complementary factors. JOIN THE DISCUSSION: X: | Facebook: YouTube: Now on Bluesky! Follow CGSP at FOLLOW CGSP IN FRENCH AND ARABIC: Français: | Arabic: عربي: | @ JOIN US ON PATREON! Become a CGSP Patreon member and get all sorts of cool stuff, including our Week in Review report, an invitation to join monthly Zoom calls with Eric & Cobus, and even an awesome new CGSP Podcast mug!
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Customer Feedback Shaping Spiro’s E-bike Design in Uganda
08/28/2025
Customer Feedback Shaping Spiro’s E-bike Design in Uganda
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, underscoring the demand for affordable mobility solutions. Central to its approach is a feedback-driven model of product development. Instead of relying solely on boardroom strategies or design studio concepts, the company incorporates input from riders at every stage. That process has already produced four iterations of its electric motorcycles, each shaped by consumer experience. Still, the road ahead is far from smooth. Challenges persist in sourcing and manufacturing locally, as well as in securing financing options for would-be buyers. This episode highlights not only the obstacles but also the need for tailored, localized solutions, critical to meeting the unique demands of African consumers and unlocking the broader potential of e-mobility across the region. Robert Kayimbye, the Global Head of Marketing - Africa at Spiro, joins Njenga Hakeenah in this conversation, where he also shares the company’s plans for the next five years. JOIN THE DISCUSSION: X: | Facebook: YouTube: Now on Bluesky! Follow CGSP at FOLLOW CGSP IN FRENCH AND ARABIC: Français: | Arabic: عربي: | @ JOIN US ON PATREON! Become a CGSP Patreon member and get all sorts of cool stuff, including our Week in Review report, an invitation to join monthly Zoom calls with Eric & Cobus, and even an awesome new CGSP Podcast mug!
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Why Africa’s EV Revolution is Stuck at the Border: The Hidden Trade Barriers Killing Electric Mobility
08/18/2025
Why Africa’s EV Revolution is Stuck at the Border: The Hidden Trade Barriers Killing Electric Mobility
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 standards hinder the movement of electric vehicle components and finished products across borders. The conversation also explores the role of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AFCFTA) in reducing these barriers, the impact of currency conversion on trade, and the challenges of human capital movement. Njenga Hakeenah hosts Samuel Kamunya, the Head of Business Development & Enterprise at BasiGo. He shares insights from experiences related to the electric bus assembly in Kenya and Rwanda, emphasizing the need for harmonized policies to foster growth in the EV sector. The key takeaways highlight how intra-African trade barriers increase costs and hinder innovation, posing a significant challenge to EV adoption. There are also insights on currency conversion and the impact on profitability of cross-border trade, as well as visa requirements and the benefits that would come with harmonizing trade policies and enhanced regional integration. JOIN THE DISCUSSION: X: | Facebook: YouTube: Now on Bluesky! Follow CGSP at FOLLOW CGSP IN FRENCH AND ARABIC: Français: | Arabic: عربي: | @ JOIN US ON PATREON! Become a CGSP Patreon member and get all sorts of cool stuff, including our Week in Review report, an invitation to join monthly Zoom calls with Eric & Cobus, and even an awesome new CGSP Podcast mug!
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Youthful Technicians Building Malawi’s E-bikes Driven by Chinese Tech
06/24/2025
Youthful Technicians Building Malawi’s E-bikes Driven by Chinese Tech
In this conversation, SGV co-founder and director, Evan Liu, joins The Africa EV Show host Njenga Hakeenah to discuss the evolving landscape of electric mobility in Africa, with a particular focus on Malawi's efforts to electrify transportation through SGV's initiatives. The conversation examines the challenges of raising capital in the African market, the dynamics of global supply chains, and the importance of local manufacturing in achieving a competitive advantage. Among the discussion highlights are the significant cost savings offered by electric vehicles and the potential for local component assembly to foster sustainable growth in the region. Liu discusses the importance of local skills development and workforce training in the electric mobility sector in Malawi. He emphasizes the need for partnerships with technical institutions and the establishment of apprenticeship programs to build a skilled workforce. Liu also shares insights on the challenges and lessons learned in the African investment space, highlighting the significance of transparency and quality inputs. The conversation further explores the infrastructure needed for e-mobility, financing solutions for electric motorcycles, and the role of policy engagement in fostering growth. Liu addresses the competition in the e-mobility sector and the unique challenges faced in the Malawian electric vehicle (EV) market. JOIN THE DISCUSSION: X: | Facebook: YouTube: Now on Bluesky! Follow CGSP at FOLLOW CGSP IN FRENCH AND ARABIC: Français: | Arabic: عربي: | @ JOIN US ON PATREON! Become a CGSP Patreon member and get all sorts of cool stuff, including our Week in Review report, an invitation to join monthly Zoom calls with Eric & Cobus, and even an awesome new CGSP Podcast mug!
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How China’s EV Price War Could Disrupt Africa’s Auto Future
06/10/2025
How China’s EV Price War Could Disrupt Africa’s Auto Future
The electric vehicle market is heating up, but not in the way you might expect. In this episode of The Africa EV Show, host Njenga Hakeenah is joined by Lei Xing, co-host of China EVs & More, to unpack the brutal price war currently shaking up the global EV industry and the implications for Africa’s emerging EV landscape. At the center of this pricing battle is China’s EV giant BYD, which recently announced deep discounts that bring the price of its Seagull model down to just $8,000. While this may sound like a win for affordability, it could upend markets across the globe, including Africa. We explore how these price cuts are pressuring smaller automakers, both in China and abroad, and ask whether Africa might become a dumping ground for “orphaned” EVs from brands that can’t survive the price war. There’s also the looming risk of poor after-sales service, disappearing warranties, and an influx of e-waste from cheap imports. This episode dives into whether African markets can compete by scaling up local assembly, adjusting tariff structures, and navigating the delicate balance between affordability and sustainability. We also take a closer look at who might survive this bloodbath. Tesla may have started the race, but BYD is taking it to extremes. Key takeaways include: BYD’s aggressive price strategy is forcing smaller EV brands out of business at a record speed. African consumers risk being stranded if brands collapse and fail to provide ongoing support. Chinese automakers are eyeing Africa for expansion, but after-sales service remains a significant weak spot. If you care about the future of mobility in Africa, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. Subscribe to The Africa EV Show for expert insights, and don’t forget to like, comment, and share to support more conversations that matter.
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Kenyan Startup Targets to Dethrone Bolt, Uber in Ride-Hailing Space
05/21/2025
Kenyan Startup Targets to Dethrone Bolt, Uber in Ride-Hailing Space
In this episode of The Africa EV Show, we spotlight a bold new player disrupting Kenya’s ride-hailing sector—not with cars, but electric two-wheelers. Meet Kijani Boda, a homegrown startup betting big on EV motorbikes powered largely by Chinese technology. As Kenya pushes toward a greener mobility future, Kijani Boda is positioning itself as a hyper-local alternative to giants like Uber and Bolt, offering affordable, low-maintenance transport while building a community around electric mobility. Host Njenga speaks with founder and CEO Kimani Ngugi about what sets Kijani Boda apart. From a commission-free first month for new drivers to their focus on local assembly and IoT integration, Kimani shares how the startup is rewriting the rules of urban transport. He discusses how policy support, infrastructure, and cost-efficiency are aligning to make EVs more viable for everyday Kenyans. As Western-backed incumbents struggle with operational costs and market fit, can a Kenyan-first, electric-first platform change the game? Tune in for a candid and insightful look into the rise of Kijani Boda and the promise of electric mobility in Africa’s fast-changing urban landscape. JOIN THE DISCUSSION: X: | Facebook: YouTube: Now on Bluesky! Follow CGSP at FOLLOW CGSP IN FRENCH AND ARABIC: Français: | Arabic: عربي: | @ JOIN US ON PATREON! Become a CGSP Patreon member and get all sorts of cool stuff, including our Week in Review report, an invitation to join monthly Zoom calls with Eric & Cobus, and even an awesome new CGSP Podcast mug!
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Chinese Tech Enhancing Mobility for Kenya’s Wheelchair Users
05/13/2025
Chinese Tech Enhancing Mobility for Kenya’s Wheelchair Users
In this impactful episode of The Africa EV Show, we speak with Jorgs Mbugua (CEO of eBikes Africa) and Dan Kamau (CEO of Ace Mobility), two Kenyan innovators transforming mobility for people with disabilities across the Global South. They share how locally-built electric wheelchair attachments and adapted vehicles break barriers, reimagining Chinese EV platforms through partnerships with India, Colombia, and beyond. Dan also shares the personal story behind Ace Mobility, inspired by his paraplegic father, who lost his job due to transport inaccessibility. The episode highlights Kenya’s pressing mobility gap: while only 4% of Kenyans own cars, infrastructure routinely excludes pedestrians and wheelchair users. Through inclusive design and advocacy, eBikes Africa and Ace Mobility prove that mobility is a right, not a privilege. This is more than a conversation, it’s a movement. Follow eBikes Africa and Ace Mobility to support inclusive mobility and help reshape Africa’s transport future. JOIN THE DISCUSSION: X: | Facebook: YouTube: Now on Bluesky! Follow CGSP at FOLLOW CGSP IN FRENCH AND ARABIC: Français: | Arabic: عربي: | @ JOIN US ON PATREON! Become a CGSP Patreon member and get all sorts of cool stuff, including our Week in Review report, an invitation to join monthly Zoom calls with Eric & Cobus, and even an awesome new CGSP Podcast mug!
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AI in Kenya’s EV Shift Struggles to Keep Pace With Chinese Tech
05/05/2025
AI in Kenya’s EV Shift Struggles to Keep Pace With Chinese Tech
Kenya is emerging as a leader in Africa’s electric vehicle (EV) adoption, but how is artificial intelligence (AI) accelerating this transformation? In this episode of The Africa EV Show, Njenga Hakeenah sits down with Warren Ondanje, Managing Director of the Africa E-Mobility Alliance (AfEMA), to explore AI’s role in Kenya’s mobility future. From optimizing battery performance and smart charging to predictive maintenance and route planning, Ondaje breaks down how AI operates "behind the scenes" in Kenya’s EVs—even if flashy features like self-driving cars remain distant. JOIN THE DISCUSSION: X: | Facebook: YouTube: Now on Bluesky! Follow CGSP at FOLLOW CGSP IN FRENCH AND ARABIC: Français: | Arabic: عربي: | @ JOIN US ON PATREON! Become a CGSP Patreon member and get all sorts of cool stuff, including our Week in Review report, an invitation to join monthly Zoom calls with Eric & Cobus, and even an awesome new CGSP Podcast mug!
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Orbit Electric Leveraging Chinese Tech For Nigeria’s EV Adoption
04/28/2025
Orbit Electric Leveraging Chinese Tech For Nigeria’s EV Adoption
This week on The Africa EV Show we’re skipping the climate pitch and diving into the business playbook—discussing market segmentation, distribution, customer financing, and what it takes to scale an EV hardware company in a challenging yet high-potential market like Nigeria. In this episode of the Africa EV Show, Njenga Hakeenah interviews Kenneth Ukpabia, CEO of Orbit Electric, about the company's innovative approach to electric mobility in Nigeria. They discuss the CF-1 electric motorcycle, focusing on market segmentation, logistics, strategies for affordability, and customer preferences regarding battery ownership. The conversation highlights the challenges and opportunities in the Nigerian electric vehicle market, emphasizing the importance of local assembly and customer-centric solutions. Ukpabia also highlights the improvements in electricity supply in Lagos and outlines potential expansion plans beyond Nigeria. JOIN THE DISCUSSION: X: | Facebook: YouTube: Now on Bluesky! Follow CGSP at FOLLOW CGSP IN FRENCH AND ARABIC: Français: | Arabic: عربي: | @ JOIN US ON PATREON! Become a CGSP Patreon member and get all sorts of cool stuff, including our Week in Review report, an invitation to join monthly Zoom calls with Eric & Cobus, and even an awesome new CGSP Podcast mug!
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From Petrol to Electrons: Senegal’s Leap into Clean e-Boat Tech
04/21/2025
From Petrol to Electrons: Senegal’s Leap into Clean e-Boat Tech
Empowering local mechanics through hands-on training to reduce dependence on imported fuel is creating opportunities in tourism, fishing, and green innovation, demonstrating scalable solutions for Senegal’s clean energy future in e-mobility. This week, we spotlight Jokosun Energies, a Senegalese company leading the charge in clean energy and electric mobility on West Africa’s waterways. Raymond Sarr, an engineer, is the CEO of JoKoson Energies, and he helps us explore how fishermen in Senegal are converting traditional gas-powered pirogues into electric boats, reducing costs, cutting pollution, and creating local green jobs in the process. From pioneering retrofits to building a scalable, African-led electric boat ecosystem, this episode is a deep dive into how real local solutions are emerging from the ground up. JOIN THE DISCUSSION: X: | Facebook: YouTube: Now on Bluesky! Follow CGSP at FOLLOW CGSP IN FRENCH AND ARABIC: Français: | Arabic: عربي: | @ JOIN US ON PATREON! Become a CGSP Patreon member and get all sorts of cool stuff, including our Week in Review report, an invitation to join monthly Zoom calls with Eric & Cobus, and even an awesome new CGSP Podcast mug!
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Ethiopia's ICE Vehicle Ban Boosts Chinese EVs, Local Assembly
04/14/2025
Ethiopia's ICE Vehicle Ban Boosts Chinese EVs, Local Assembly
In this week's episode of the Africa EV Show, CGSP’s Njenga Hakeenah focuses on Ethiopia and its radical ban on internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles. There are increasingly more Chinese electric vehicle brands in Ethiopia's capital, Addis Ababa, not only for personal cars but also for ride-hailing, mass movement of people, and transportation of goods. Ethiopia has taken one of Africa's most aggressive stances on electric vehicles, banning the import of gas-powered cars, slashing EV taxes, and setting an ambitious target of half a million EVs by 2030. At the center of this transformation are Chinese automakers, local assembly plants, and a growing charging infrastructure network. While the transition hasn't been smooth for everyone due to the high upfront costs, spare parts shortages, and resale uncertainties, Ethiopia's EV revolution is a case study for countries seeking to transition their vehicles from ICE to electric. Sarah Assefa, a journalist based in Addis Ababa, joins Njenga this week for insights into her country’s EV shift. JOIN THE DISCUSSION: X: | Facebook: YouTube: Now on Bluesky! Follow CGSP at FOLLOW CGSP IN FRENCH AND ARABIC: Français: | Arabic: عربي: | @ JOIN US ON PATREON! Become a CGSP Patreon member and get all sorts of cool stuff, including our Week in Review report, an invitation to join monthly Zoom calls with Eric & Cobus, and even an awesome new CGSP Podcast mug!
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How Kenya is Training the Next Generation of EV Mechanics & Owners
04/07/2025
How Kenya is Training the Next Generation of EV Mechanics & Owners
Kenya’s push for EV-trained mechanics is well in time as the country moves toward a greener future in mobility. But with new technology comes new challenges: How do we train technicians for this electric vehicle wave? What do drivers need to know to avoid costly mistakes? And can Kenya’s power grid handle the surge?" To answer these questions, Njenga Hakeenah sat with Alex Munene, Founder of Advanced Mobility in Kenya, who says that technology is moving fast—but the people pillar is being left behind. Please join in this conversation because “Without training, adoption will stall." JOIN THE DISCUSSION: X: | Facebook: YouTube: Now on Bluesky! Follow CGSP at FOLLOW CGSP IN FRENCH AND ARABIC: Français: | Arabic: عربي: | @ JOIN US ON PATREON! Become a CGSP Patreon member and get all sorts of cool stuff, including our Week in Review report, an invitation to join monthly Zoom calls with Eric & Cobus, and even an awesome new CGSP Podcast mug!
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How Nigeria is Switching From Oil to EVs
03/31/2025
How Nigeria is Switching From Oil to EVs
Michael Agbor says that when Nigerians ask: ‘Can you drive an EV in the rain?’ I show them videos of EVs plowing through 1-meter floods!" There’s no better marketing tool than showing confidence in what you sell. In this episode of The Africa EV Show, Njenga Hakeenah engages with Michael Agbor, the General Manager of EV World Nigeria, which offers 360-degree EV vehicle consultancy. The sister company, Electric Mobility Center, sells EVs and offers potential customers an EV subsidy and financial options in partnership with local institutions. Agbor explains: How Nigeria is moving from EV skepticism to increased adoption with 5,000+ EVs now on the road! The Chinese EV brands dominating Nigeria’s market including BYD, NETA, and pre-owned Teslas Free charging stations, financing hurdles, and why Nigerians hate car loans The truth about Nigeria’s "customs duty-free" EV policy (and why it’s hard to claim) Local assembly vs. imports – Why full EV manufacturing is still years away JOIN THE DISCUSSION: X: | Facebook: YouTube: Now on Bluesky! Follow CGSP at FOLLOW CGSP IN FRENCH AND ARABIC: Français: | Arabic: عربي: | @ JOIN US ON PATREON! Become a CGSP Patreon member and get all sorts of cool stuff, including our Week in Review report, an invitation to join monthly Zoom calls with Eric & Cobus, and even an awesome new CGSP Podcast mug!
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The State of EVs in East Africa: Challenges & Opportunities
03/25/2025
The State of EVs in East Africa: Challenges & Opportunities
Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania combined have an estimated 15,000 EVs on the road with two wheelers dominating the market at more than 90 per cent of the total. Focusing on the three East African countries, the discussion analyzes the capabilities of off-grid power to handle the shift to electric mobility and the policies shaping the industry. The conversation also looks at local EV manufacturing as the key to making e-mobility mainstream. Uganda plans to install 3,000 public charging stations and 10,000 fast chargers while Tanzania is still dominated by lead-acid batteries for the two wheelers creating an opportunity for a robust EV adoption push. Kenya’s EV scene remains robust but does this give it an edge in EV adoption in the region? This week, Njenga Hakeenah, hosts Tom Courtright, the research director at Africa E-mobility Alliance which focuses on EVs in Africa. JOIN THE DISCUSSION: X: | Facebook: YouTube: Now on Bluesky! Follow CGSP at FOLLOW CGSP IN FRENCH AND ARABIC: Français: | Arabic: عربي: | @ JOIN US ON PATREON! Become a CGSP Patreon member and get all sorts of cool stuff, including our Week in Review report, an invitation to join monthly Zoom calls with Eric & Cobus, and even an awesome new CGSP Podcast mug!
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Solar Taxi Solving Adoption Challenges in Ghana as Chinese EVs Gain Popularity
03/18/2025
Solar Taxi Solving Adoption Challenges in Ghana as Chinese EVs Gain Popularity
In Ghana, a fascinating company that started back in 2019 when EV tech was still very new came up with an ingenious idea to get around the power problems for their EVs. This company, Solar Taxi, imported a bunch of low-cost Chinese solar panels to charge a fleet of EV taxis in Ghana built using components sourced from China and India. It was an idea way ahead of its time. Today, Solar Taxi sells some EVs that are locally assembled- including e-scooters and two-wheelers. The company also recycles and repurposes end-of-life EV batteries which they use for energy storage. In this interview, Emmanuel Agyapong, Solar Taxi’s Chief Operating Officer, joined Njenga Hakeenah to discuss the evolution of Ghana’s electric vehicles market. JOIN THE DISCUSSION: X: | Facebook: YouTube: Now on Bluesky! Follow CGSP at FOLLOW CGSP IN FRENCH AND ARABIC: Français: | Arabic: عربي: | @ JOIN US ON PATREON! Become a CGSP Patreon member and get all sorts of cool stuff, including our Week in Review report, an invitation to join monthly Zoom calls with Eric & Cobus, and even an awesome new CGSP Podcast mug!
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From Motorcycle Taxis in Kenya to E-Tricycles in Sierra Leone, Africa Is Building Its Own EV Ecosystem
03/10/2025
From Motorcycle Taxis in Kenya to E-Tricycles in Sierra Leone, Africa Is Building Its Own EV Ecosystem
When Moses Sandy travelled to China with his prototype, he knew that Sierra Leone needed reliable and clean transport that could easily be powered not by gasoline but by the abundant energy harnessed from the sun. In the heart of Freetown, Sandy’s prototype has become a game changer that has made the city a little quieter with only the hum of the tricycles' engines and the air a little less polluted since these e-tricycles, popularly known as keke, do not emit harmful gases like gasoline does. At the company’s garage, NEEV Salone also partners with other players in the city interested in moving Sierra Leone from fossil fuels to renewable energy in transport. In this first episode of The Africa EV Show, NEEV Salone’s founder, Moses Sandy, and Kenya’s EV trends analyst at Continent Rising, Ian Musembi, join Njenga Hakeenah to discuss EV adoption in Kenya and the West African country. JOIN THE DISCUSSION: X: | Facebook: YouTube: Now on Bluesky! Follow CGSP at FOLLOW CGSP IN FRENCH AND ARABIC: Français: | Arabic: عربي: | @ JOIN US ON PATREON! Become a CGSP Patreon member and get all sorts of cool stuff, including our Week in Review report, an invitation to join monthly Zoom calls with Eric & Cobus, and even an awesome new CGSP Podcast mug!
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