THE AFRICA TIMES | KENYA —
Electric motorcycles are gradually replacing petrol-powered motorcycles in Kenya’s bodaboda industry. This transformation is evident on the streets of Kisumu, Nairobi, and other towns, where the familiar roar of petrol engines is yielding to the quieter hum of electric alternatives.
Initially a modest shift in urban transport, the move towards electric motorcycles has evolved into a significant change within Kenya’s transport sector. Rising fuel prices, high maintenance costs, and an increasing demand for cleaner mobility solutions are driving this transition.
For countless bodaboda riders struggling with the high cost of living, electric motorcycles represent not merely a technological advancement but a practical solution. These vehicles can reduce operating expenses and enhance daily earnings, providing much-needed economic relief.
Companies such as Spiro Kenya, Roam Electric, Ampersand, and Ecobodaa are expanding their operations nationwide. They are establishing battery-swapping stations
