Win for Rwanda as BasiGo Deploys More Electric Buses

BasiGo, one of the leading providers of electric buses in sub-Saharan Africa, has announced the upcoming delivery of 28 new electric buses in Rwanda.

In a press release dated Thursday, March 6, the electric bus solutions provider noted that the first batch of buses is expected to arrive in Kigali in April.

“The first batch of the buses is already en route and is expected to arrive in Kigali next month,” the statement read.

CEO and Co founder of BasiGo Jit Bhattacharya was proud of the milestone the company has achieved.

“BasiGo is proud to deliver the largest shipment of electric buses to date in Rwanda.

Rwanda’s commitment to sustainable transport has created an ideal environment for private sector investment and innovation in e-mobility. With this significant shipment of electric buses, BasiGo is helping Rwanda take a major step towards achieving universal electrified public transport in the country,”  said the CEO and Co-Founder of BasiGo.

BasiGo Deploys 28 More Electric Buses in Rwanda

BasiGo indicated that these 28 vehicles will be used for both city and inter-city routes.

Furthermore, BasiGo stated that it has committed to deploying a total of 100 electric buses across Rwanda by 2025, having secured the necessary funding in October 2024.

The company estimates that this deployment will reduce carbon emissions by approximately 3,000 tons annually and create hundreds of local jobs.

“The company has already received over 360 reservations for electric buses from Rwandan operators looking to replace their aging diesel buses or expand their fleets,” the statement added.

The deployment of more vehicles aligns with Rwanda’s Vision 2050, positioning BasiGo as a key player in the country’s transportation transformation and sustainability goals.

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According to BasiGo, the company is also growing its network of charging infrastructure in order to facilitate the deployment of these vehicles. This will include upgrades to its Rwandex charging and service depot, which will feature 1 MW of power, capable of reliably charging 25 electric buses nightly.

To make inter-city operations easier, more charging stations will be built nationwide. Operators may more easily incorporate electric buses into their fleets using BasiGo’s Pay-As-You-Drive model, which provides an all-inclusive solution that covers charging, service and maintenance, insurance for the electric buses, and a 90% uptime guarantee.

About the Electric Bus Solutions Provider

BasiGo is an e-mobility company committed to providing clean, electric public transportation in sub-Saharan Africa. Based in Nairobi, Kenya, the company offers advanced electric buses, along with charging and maintenance services for public transport operators.

In December 2023, BasiGo launched its electric bus pilot program in Rwanda and has since expanded its reservation list to include over 360 units.

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“Over the last 15 months, we have demonstrated the reliability of our electric buses and the value of our business model to bus operators. We are confident in our ability to meet the needs of the Rwandan bus market,” said Doreen Orishaba, Managing Director of BasiGo Rwanda.

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