BasiGo Launches Kenya’s First Inter-City Electric Matatu Pilot Program

BasiGo launches Kenya’s first inter-city electric matatu pilot, expanding clean mobility, local assembly, and charging infrastructure beyond Nairobi...
✨ Key Highlights
BasiGo has launched Kenya’s first pilot program for electric matatus on inter-city routes, marking a significant step in the country's sustainable transport evolution.
- The pilot features over **1,000** electric vans aimed at busy routes including Nyahururu-Nyeri and Thika-Nairobi.
- Key figure: Moses Nderitu, Managing Director for Kenya at BasiGo, highlights the project's historical significance.
- The electric matatus can travel up to **300 kilometers** on a single charge, with a charging time of just **1.5 hours**, supported by strategically installed charging stations.
Continue Reading on Techish Kenya