Kenya’s Roam e-motorcycle completes 6,000 km Kenya-S. Afri Roam Air, an African-made electric motorcycle, has completed a 6,000-kilometer solar-powered journey from Nairobi, Kenya, to Stellenbosch, South Africa.

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The expedition highlights African ingenuity and sustainable innovation, with a focus on Kenya’s leadership in clean mobility.

This journey was a collaborative effort between Roam, a pioneering African electric mobility company, and Stellenbosch University’s (SU) Faculty of Engineering, with support from key partners such as SANEDI, Scatec, Charlie’s Travel, and Throttle Pitstop.

Beginning on September 29, 2024, Roam Air traversed Tanzania, Malawi, Zambia, and Botswana, finally arriving in Stellenbosch on the morning of October 16. As part of the initiative, two Roam Air motorcycles were donated to Stellenbosch University’s Electric Mobility Lab to advance research on sustainable transport solutions tailored for Africa.
Throughout the expedition, the motorcycle’s batteries were charged solely with solar energy, demonstrating the feasibility of clean energy for long-distance travel in Africa.

On the final leg, Roam Air covered 1,000 kilometers in under 18 hours, traveling from Kimberley to Africa’s southernmost point, Cape Agulhas.

“This ambitious journey marks a significant step in proving the potential of sustainable electric mobility across sub-Saharan Africa,” said Professor Thinus Booysen, founder of the Electric Mobility Lab at Stellenbosch University.

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Wow! This is great and inspireful.
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This is impressive... Lets decarbonize our transport sector kudos to Roam
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Wow.. These are the kind of innovations that we need to embrace so as to bring about relevant change.
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@jane_wangui i am impressed to see how technology is changing for the betterment of our planet
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This is quite impressive..it is nice seeing people embrace green energy as days go by.
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@rosebellendiritu The uptake is encouraging
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@rosebellendiritu i agree ot is encouraging
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It’s inspiring to see such innovative projects promoting sustainable transportation
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@peter_karanga The young man put up a spirited ride to market electric motorbikes
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@peter_karanga especially in kenya... I hope to see more of such on our roads
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impressive, the move to clean and efficient transportation is becoming a reality
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@annett_michuki i agree with more of such initiatives we will achieve a green transport sector ASAP
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@WeDontHaveTime Thank you !!
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This shows the possibility to go green on our transport, happy that this is happening in Africa. For sure change is here and change is inevitable.
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@joseph_githinji Happening in Kenya actually,this will be a massive project that will enhance Africa's electric mobility stance.
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This is a great achievement which paves the way for clean transportation and for others ideas to be shared by the young minds in Africa
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@revitalize_homes_gardens I agree, this is an idea worth emulation.
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This is an impressive feat in the realm of sustainable transportation. This accomplishment highlights the potential for renewable energy to revolutionize the way we travel, offering a glimpse into a cleaner and more efficient future for transportation.
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@walter_lungayi Its the roadway to clean transition in our transport network that must be embraced and manifested upon.
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@walter_lungayi I second you
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@walter_lungayi It is without a doubt.We are looking at the future
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@walter_lungayi i absolutely agree
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This is an incredible achievement and a major step forward for clean transportation.
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@princess_nel_268 Absolutely!!
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@princess_nel_268 Roam deserves more climate love