Electric motorcycle manufacturer Roam has significantly increased its use of locally sourced parts, boosting its domestic production capabilities.

• Roam has raised the local content in its Roam Air model to 40% by value.
• Key players include Roam and over 10 Kenyan and Tanzanian suppliers.
• This localization effort reduces waiting times for replacement parts from 18 weeks to two weeks and cuts replacement costs by approximately 40%.

Turaco and VisionFund International have announced a global partnership aimed at expanding access to affordable insurance for low-income households in emerging markets.

• The collaboration builds on existing operations in Kenya and Uganda, which have already provided insurance cover to approximately 250,000 people.
• Key organizations involved are the insurance technology company Turaco and the microfinance network VisionFund International.
• The partnership will focus on products covering preventative and outpatient healthcare, with plans to expand into Tanzania, Ghana, Zambia, and Rwanda.

Java House has expanded its East African network to 114 outlets with the opening of its first branch in Buruburu, Nairobi.

• The new branch marks Java House's 114th outlet across East Africa.
• Java House Group CEO Priscilla Gathungu stated the opening is a response to Buruburu's growth and demand for convenient dining options.
• The branch features local artwork, celebrating Buruburu's cultural landmarks and institutions like the Buruburu Institute of Fine Arts.