Zambia, DRC and Angola eye new economic opportunities from Lobito corridor Published by Jaco Maritz on 21 September 2023 The Lobito corridor – a trade route linking the southern DRC and Zambia to global markets through the port of Lobito in Angola – is garnering increasing attention.
Natural gas vehicles slowly gaining traction in Africa Published by bird story agency on 30 July 2023 Natural gas-powered vehicles are becoming increasingly popular across Africa.
The story behind Nigeria’s Airbnb for warehouses and trucks Published by Jeanette Clark on 13 July 2023 Haul247 is a Nigerian logistics startup which has introduced an Airbnb-like model to pair those requiring truck transport and warehouse storage facilities with available providers.
Nigeria: Profiting from cashless bus rides in Lagos Published by Jaco Maritz on 21 June 2023 A top venture capital investor identified Touch and Pay as one of the most exciting startups in his portfolio. We find out more.
The rise of electric motorcycles in Africa: Interview with Spiro CEO Published by Jaco Maritz on 1 June 2023 Spiro is an emerging player in the electric motorcycle industry, with a presence in Benin, Togo, Rwanda and Uganda.
Entrepreneur capitalises on a gap in Senegal’s logistics industry Published by Jeanette Clark on 24 May 2023 CEO of logistics company Paps talks about identifying an opportunity in the market, building the company, and pivoting to a business-to-business model.
Africa investor upbeat about e-mobility and affordable construction equipment Published by Jeanette Clark on 25 April 2023 Investor shares his perspective on the growth potential in e-mobility, construction equipment distribution, warehousing, and gold mining.
Manufacturing electric motorcycles in Africa for Africa Published by Powering Renewable Energy Opportunities on 4 April 2023 Exploring the commercial strategy of Roam, an electric motorcycle manufacturer in Kenya.
Building an electric motorcycle battery-swap network in Uganda Published by Powering Renewable Energy Opportunities on 30 March 2023 Unpacking the business model of Zembo, a company that seeks to own Uganda’s largest battery swapping network aimed at motorcycle taxis.
BuuPass: Digitalising East Africa’s transportation industry Published by Antony Maina on 24 March 2023 Talking business with the founders of BuuPass.
South African electric delivery vehicle poised to enter European market Published by Jeanette Clark on 28 February 2023 MellowVans, a South African business that specialises in manufacturing light electric vehicles, has taken a major step in expanding its reach.
Uganda: A tech solution for making public transport less ‘hectic’ Published by Margaret Mandeya on 8 February 2023 CEO of Easy Matatu, Lema Carl Andrew, explains how the company was started and shares his thoughts on the future of transportation in Africa.
World Economic Forum: Africa free trade area to unlock logistics opportunities Published by Staff Writer on 20 January 2023 Unlocking intraregional trade will skyrocket the demand for logistics.
Africa’s push for electric vehicles Published by Conrad Onyango on 11 January 2023 A number of African governments are introducing tax cuts and other incentives to boost the e-mobility industry and drive the demand for eco-friendly vehicles.