Rwanda’s shift to electric motorcycles brings more than just climate benefits Published by Caitriona Palmer on 15 May 2024 Ampersand, a fast-growing electric motorbike company in Kigali, is allowing motorbike taxi drivers to save money and cut emissions.
Rwanda: Founder of electric motorcycle company discusses his journey so far Published by Nelly Murungi on 16 August 2020 Josh Whale is the CEO of Ampersand, a Rwanda-based company which builds electric motorcycles and charging systems for motorcycle taxi drivers.
Rwanda government pushes electric cars, bikes Published by Ruud Elmendorp on 8 November 2019 Volkswagen is demonstrating electric vehicles in Kigali, while a local company has begun selling electric bikes.
Ampersand begins e-mobility trial in Rwanda Published by Press Office on 8 October 2018 Electric motorcycle taxis are cheaper and more powerful than petrol counterparts, and show a 75% net reduction in harmful emissions.
