Roam, a Kenyan tech-driven electric mobility company, is set to establish 10 additional solar-powered Roam Hubs in Nairobi with funding from ENERGICA, a European Union-supported initiative under Horizon 2020.
The project aims to accelerate the adoption of clean, resilient transportation solutions by offering affordable battery rentals, optimised charging, and quick after-sales services for electric motorcycle riders in Nairobi.
This is with each Roam Hub making 400 – 500 transactions daily for both charging and renting batteries.
In a press statement, Roam said that it is one of three demonstration sites selected in Africa by ENERGICA to develop locally adapted, innovative technologies.
“While Roam focuses on expanding clean transport in Kenya, other sites include Madagascar, where ENERGICA is developing nano-grids for renewable water and food production, and Freetown, Sierra Leone, where biogas and water purification systems are advancing energy, water, and fertiliser production,” the mobility company said in a statement.
Having already established five Roam Hubs across Nairobi, at Lusaka Road, Waiyaki Way, Kayole Spine Road, Roysambu, and Forest Road, Roam is poised to expand its network further.
The company said that the new hubs will make electric mobility more accessible and transform urban transportation into a cleaner, more efficient system.
“The ENERGICA project aligns seamlessly with Roam’s mission to provide innovative, low-emission transport solutions,” the mobility company added.
“Solar charging further enhances affordability, offering an additional Sh 10-15 savings per kWh compared to electricity.”
By expanding Roam Hubs in urban and peri-urban areas, Roam aims to create a reliable, convenient network for electric motorcycle riders.
Additionally, Roam’s commitment to an open architecture design for its charging stations seeks to enable interoperability between electric vehicle manufacturers.
This will allow riders to charge at various locations, thus removing a key barrier to widespread transition.
Roam’s Product Manager of Energy and Charging Habib Lukaya said this initiative is a game-changer for electric mobility in Kenya and across Africa.
The open architecture design they’re implementing, he continued, not only enables seamless interoperability but also fosters sustainable growth for electric motorcycles.
“By allowing users to charge their electric motorcycles at various speeds and locations, we are addressing one of the most significant barriers to electric vehicle adoption; access to reliable and flexible charging infrastructure,” Lukaya said.
On her part, ENERGICA’s Collaborative Project Manager Nadia Moussaid said the partnership is a critical link between Africa and Europe, tackling urgent challenges.
These include energy access, climate change, and clean transport.
“Roam’s solar-powered electric mobility solutions will reduce carbon emissions, improve air quality, and transform urban transport in cities like Nairobi and Kisumu,” she said.
“Together, we’re building resilient, low-emission transport networks that empower communities and create sustainable jobs.”
This collaboration sets a new standard for charging infrastructure in Africa, positioning Roam as a leader in scalable, sustainable electric vehicle solutions.
Roam noted that the Kenya demonstration will serve as a model for other African nations seeking cleaner, more efficient transportation systems.
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