Moja EV Kenya Launches Public EV Charging Stations to Boost Green Transport
Moja EV Kenya has commenced the rollout of public electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in a bid to enhance green transport adoption in the country.
Wang Aiping, CEO of Moja EV Kenya, announced on Friday that the company has installed 80 KW DC fast charging stations to provide greater convenience for motorists using electric vehicles. The goal is to establish 100 charging stations across Kenya by the end of the year.
Speaking at the Moja EV showroom in Nairobi, Aiping shared the company’s ambitious five-year plan aimed at transforming Kenya’s transportation sector. With the country spending $500 million monthly on fuel, 70 percent of which is consumed by automobiles, a 20 percent market share for EVs could save Kenya $100 million per month in foreign exchange. These savings could be redirected to crucial sectors such as healthcare, education, infrastructure development, and industrialization.
Kenya’s strategic geographical location and vast untapped land resources present significant opportunities for local manufacturing and development. Currently, many taxi drivers rely on old imported second-hand fuel vehicles, leading to high maintenance and operational costs. In contrast, the brand-new NETA V electric vehicles offer a smoother, safer, and more comfortable riding experience, improving both customer satisfaction and drivers’ earnings.
“Moja EV Kenya is keen to collaborate with the Kenyan government and the private sector to create a supportive environment for the widespread adoption of new energy vehicles”. Aiping stated.
This collaboration aims to reduce dependence on fossil fuels, protect the environment, and enhance the socio-economic conditions of Kenyans. Drawing parallels with China’s successful reduction in fuel consumption through new energy vehicles, Aiping expressed readiness to work with the Kenyan government to achieve similar results.
Aiping extended acknowledgments to various stakeholders, including taxi drivers Paul and Steven for their environmental awareness and business acumen, the Kenyan government, the Kenya Power and Lighting Company, and financial institutions such as Standard Bank, DTB Bank, and Premier Bank.
Moreover Moja EV ppreciation was also expressed to Uber, taxi companies, and associations for their support and recognition of electric vehicles.
Eric Lumallas a personal assistant at Moja EV stated “currently, Kenya has 37 charging stations, established in collaboration with various firms, and Moja EV Kenya is determined to expand this network further in the future” said Lumallas
Paul Mwai, an online taxi driver, emphasized the importance of using electric taxis, highlighting their environmental benefits and potential for better earnings.
Moja EV Kenya’s initiative represents a significant step towards a sustainable and economically viable transportation future for Kenya.
