The Africa EV Show
The Africa EV Show
Podcast Description
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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This podcast explores a variety of topics centered around electric mobility, including industry trends, electric vehicle (EV) innovations, and the clean energy transition in Africa. Episodes feature case studies like the Solar Taxi initiative in Ghana that uses solar panels to charge EV taxis, and discuss the adoption of e-tricycles in Sierra Leone, showcasing the continent's unique approaches to transportation and sustainability.
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!
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.
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