Tech & Energy

Kenya’s electric mobility sector is set for a major boost with Moja EV announcing it will open an electric vehicle assembly plant in Mombasa in January 2026.

Kenya’s nuclear power ambitions have shifted from Kilifi to Siaya, sparking new debate on environmental safety and community health. Experts warn that building a nuclear plant near Lake Victoria could threaten livelihoods and ecosystems that millions depend on.

The African Development Bank is accelerating Africa’s renewable energy transition through its Light-Up and Power Africa initiative, expanding access to affordable power while promoting sustainable growth and inclusion.

Kenya has moved closer to launching its first 1,000MW nuclear power plant after the IAEA confirmed the country’s strong safety and regulatory framework. While the milestone boosts confidence in Kenya’s nuclear ambitions, debates remain over costs, environmental risks, and whether the nation truly needs nuclear energy given its renewable strengths.

A new wave of innovation is sweeping through Africa’s transport sector as solar-powered e-bikes and mobile charging stations redefine how far clean energy can reach. From the bustling cities to the most remote hinterlands, this shift marks a transformative step toward a greener, more connected continent.

Electric motorbike company Spiro has secured a record-breaking $100 million investment, the largest in Africa’s two-wheel e-mobility sector. Led by Afreximbank’s Fund for Export Development in Africa, the funding will accelerate Spiro’s deployment of 100,000 electric bikes across seven African countries by December. In Kenya, where the company leads with over 52% of the EV bike market, Spiro’s expansion promises to slash emissions, create jobs, and drive sustainable transport transformation.