Tag: Electric Buses

Electric City Buses: Nairobi’s Quiet Transport Revolution, Five Years On

Nearly five years ago, electric commuter buses in Nairobi looked like an experiment—small pilots, donor-backed projects, and a few...

‘School of the Nations’ First Kenyan School acquires Electric School Bus

A Nairobi-based learning institution has taken a major step toward clean transport after becoming the first school in Kenya...

George Ruto’s Flashy Matatu: A Missed Opportunity for Climate Responsibility

Kenya’s matatu culture is vibrant and unique, defined by flamboyant designs, loud music, and the entrepreneurial spirit of operators....

BasiGO secures ksh 5.4billion in funding to expand it’s operation in Kenya and Rwanda.

BasiGo, a Kenyan electric vehicle (EV) startup, has secured Ksh. 5.4 billion in funding to expand its operations in Kenya and Rwanda, marking a significant milestone for the region's transition to sustainable transportation. This investment reflects growing global interest in Africa’s EV market and positions Kenya as a leader in clean energy innovation.

Nairobi Matatu Summit Pushes Reforms, Green Mobility, and Financing Solutions for Public Transport

Stakeholders from across the transport ecosystem convened in Nairobi on Tuesday for the Nairobi Matatu Summit and Expo, focusing...