1. Kenya is partnering with Roam & County Bus Service to deploy 200 electric buses by 2026.
2. The transition to electric mobility is progressing in Africa, with the potential for a leapfrog transition.
3. Roam buses, designed and manufactured in Kenya, offer affordability, comfort, and convenience, with plans to introduce 10 electric buses by 2024 and 200 by 2026.
Roam and County Bus Service (CBS) are partnering to deploy 200 electric buses in Kenya by 2026, aiming to revolutionize the public transportation sector. The transition to electric mobility in Africa is seen as a leapfrog transition, similar to the mobile phone revolution. Kenya is a key market for electric buses, with the potential for significant growth in market share. Roam, a Nairobi-based firm, is making strides in introducing electric buses, with plans to increase market share to 16% per year.
The collaboration between Roam and CBS will introduce 10 electric buses by 2024 and 200 by 2026 in Kenya. These electric buses aim to reduce operational costs by more than 50% and offer greater comfort and convenience. By manufacturing the buses locally, Roam benefits from a localized approach, facilitating innovation and cost-effective solutions. The partnership with CBS also includes a financing model that ensures immediate profitability and lower total cost of ownership.
Roam Move electric buses have a battery capacity of 170 kWh, seat up to 51 passengers, and have a range of 200 km fully loaded. The buses are designed for routes to the central business district and express routes in Kenya. The goal is to offer clean, efficient, and affordable transportation solutions to passengers while maintaining consistent fare prices. The partnership between Roam and CBS signifies a commitment to sustainable transport solutions and customer satisfaction.