Kenyan Startup Targets to Dethrone Bolt, Uber in Ride-Hailing Space

In this episode of The Africa EV Show, we spotlight a bold new player disrupting Kenya's ride-hailing sector—not with cars, but electric two-wheelers. Meet Kijani Boda, a homegrown startup betting big on EV motorbikes powered largely by Chinese technology. As Kenya pushes toward a greener mobility future, Kijani Boda is positioning itself as a hyper-local alternative to giants like Uber and Bolt, offering affordable, low-maintenance transport while building a community around electric mobility.  Host Njenga speaks with founder and CEO Kimani Ngugi about what sets Kijani Boda apart. From a commission-free first month for new drivers to their focus on local assembly and IoT integration, Kimani shares how the startup is rewriting the rules of urban transport. He discusses how policy support, infrastructure, and cost-efficiency are aligning to make EVs more viable for everyday Kenyans. As Western-backed incumbents struggle with operational costs and market fit, can a Kenyan-first, electric-first platform change the game? Tune in for a candid and insightful look into the rise of Kijani Boda and the promise of electric mobility in Africa's fast-changing urban landscape. JOIN THE DISCUSSION: X: @ChinaGSProject | @hakeenah Facebook: www.facebook.com/ChinaAfricaProject YouTube: www.youtube.com/@ChinaGlobalSouth Now on Bluesky! Follow CGSP at @chinagsproject.bsky.social FOLLOW CGSP IN FRENCH AND ARABIC: Français: www.projetafriquechine.com | @AfrikChine Arabic: عربي: www.alsin-alsharqalawsat.com | @SinSharqAwsat 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