Kenya’s electric vehicle innovator, Roam, launched a tech-focused crowdfunding campaign on Crowdcube, inviting public investors to support its expansion into clean mobility. The Nairobi-based firm, known for designing and assembling electric motorcycles locally, aims to scale up EV adoption across Africa. Its Roam Park plant in Kenya produces up to 50,000 units annually, powered by renewable energy. With partnerships including Bolt and DHL, Roam integrates advanced battery-swapping and smart charging technologies.

Electric mobility firm BasiGo has launched three new bus charging hubs in Nairobi, each capable of serving 100 electric buses daily. The expansion marks a major step in Kenya’s transition to clean urban transport, supporting the government’s green mobility goals. The company said the new facilities will reduce emissions and operational costs while ensuring reliable charging for its growing fleet. This development strengthens Kenya’s position as a regional leader in sustainable public transport innovation.

Davis & Shirtliff has unveiled a modular, containerized solar-hybrid technology designed to deliver renewable power to off-grid areas in Kenya. The Lodwar-based pilot integrates a 50-kW solar inverter and a 70-kWh battery storage system to provide a continuous energy supply. Managing Director Edward Davis said the plug-and-play design enhances deployment efficiency in remote environments. The innovation supports Kenya’s goal of using advanced solar technologies to accelerate rural electrification and sustainable energy access.