Auto assoc to train 50,000 on EVs

• The association wants to train 50,000 individuals in electric vehicle and hybrid electric vehicle (EV/HEV) technologies across South Africa and the rest of Africa by 2030.

• This comes at a time when South Africa is revising its automotive white paper to ensure it positions itself as a key manufacturer of EVs.

• Our take: For Africa to grow in EV manufacturing, more focus is needed on research & development... Read more (2 min)

Spiro partners with India’s PG Electroplast

• Spiro will focus on research and development, marketing, sales, and distribution to enable PG Electroplast to capture Africa's emerging EV market. 

• This partnership is particularly relevant to PG Electroplast considering Spiro's market dominance in Africa. It has sold over 20,000 electric motorcycles, operates in 11 African countries, and continues to expand.

• Our take: Partnerships are crucial for EV startups to scale operations... Read more (2 min)

Roam goes solar to expand EV charging

• The solar project aims to handle 400–500 daily transactions for battery charging and rentals in each of the new solar charging stations.

• The stations will feature an open architecture design for interoperability with various electric motorcycle brands.

• Our take: Roam’s investment in solar chargers may reflect a strategic shift in focus toward rural areas... Read more (2 min)

• Need for inclusive sustainable transport network: Decarbonising transport faces challenges due to the high costs and infrastructure gaps associated with electric vehicles (EVs) and hydrogen technology. Promoting EV adoption requires significant behavioural shifts as well as inclusive infrastructure planning that considers gender and accessibility to ensure equitable access. A systems-based approach is essential to build resilient, future-proof transport networks that align with Africa’s climate goals. (CreamerMedia)

• Advancing EV prevalence in Kenya: The World Resources Institute (WRI) aims to address barriers to EV adoption, especially through electric two and three-wheelers. WRI will expand the limited charging infrastructure, financial access, and workforce training. This initiative is expected to result in over 100,000 electric two and three-wheelers, reducing more than 1 million tonnes of CO2 emissions over the next decade and creating 68,000 green jobs. (WRI)

• Morocco explores lithium mining: LARC Morocco SAS, a subsidiary of Lithium Africa Resources Corp, has signed an agreement with Morocco’s office for hydrocarbons and mines to explore lithium mining in the country’s Dakhla Oued Eddahab region. With lithium being a critical component in EV battery production, this exploration could boost Africa’s contribution to the EV supply chain. (TheNorthAfricaPost).

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