The Electric Highway Linking Nairobi to Kigali

Africa’s electric vehicle transition is accelerating as Kenya and Rwanda push toward energy independence, local EV assembly, and electric freight corridors linking Nairobi to Kigali. In this episode of the Africa EV Show, Njenga Hakeenah speaks with John Msingo of Kabisa about China’s EV expansion, rising fuel prices, East Africa’s electric mobility future, and why electric transport could transform African economies. As global oil markets remain unstable following tensions involving Iran, the United States, and Israel, African countries are facing urgent questions about fuel dependence and economic resilience. This conversation explores how EVs could reduce fuel imports, lower logistics costs, create jobs, and strengthen regional manufacturing across East Africa. Join the Discussion: X: @ChinaGSProject | Facebook: www.facebook.com/ChinaAfricaProject Now on Bluesky! Follow CGSP at @chinagsproject.bsky.social Follow CGSP in French and Spanish: French: www.projetafriquechine.com | @AfrikChine Spanish: www.chinalasamericas.com | @ChinaAmericas Join us on Patreon! Become a CGSP Patreon member and get all sorts of cool stuff, including our Week in Review report, an invitation to join monthly Zoom calls with Eric & Cobus, and even an awesome new CGSP Podcast mug! www.patreon.com/chinaglobalsouth