Fika Mobility

Piloting Electric Motorcycles with Battery-Swapping Stations in Kisumu

This project will acquire 140 batteries and 100 locally assembled electric motorcycles and establish 23 battery-swapping stations in Kisumu. The motorcycles will be sold on a lease-to-own model in partnership with local asset financiers. The success of the pilot will pave way for the company to scale up its operations in other secondary cities in Kenya, further spreading the social, economic, and environmental benefits of electric mobility.

Outcome and Impact

The project aims to create enhanced energy access for 100 electric motorcycle drivers, by replacing petrol-powered motorcycles. On an annual basis 190 tCO2e will be reduced and 128 MWh of clean electricity will be generated. Additionally, Fika Mobility plans to create 30 permanent jobs, with 25% of leadership positions filled by women. Savings on energy-related expenditure is estimated to be EUR 55K.