Transport & Travel
Discussing innovations, trends, and future outlook in the transport and logistics sectors, including apps and services.
- Startups
British Investment Backs Massive Electric Motorbike Push in Kenya
ARC Ride gets $5M from UK’s BII to deploy 5,000 electric motorbikes, expand battery swapping, and cut emissions.
- Interesting Reads
Africa is Becoming a Global Travel Trendsetter, Says Mastercard’s 2025 Report
Mastercard says Africa is redefining global travel in 2025 through wellness, wilderness, culinary experiences, and rising regional business appeal.
- Announcements
Rescue.co Launches Standalone Roadside Emergency Service for Kenyan Drivers
Kenya’s Rescue.co launches nationwide roadside assistance service for drivers, offering towing, jump-starts, and emergency support.
- Interesting Reads
New Report Reveals African Airlines Are Failing at Payments, And It’s Hurting Their Business
Visa-AFRAA study shows outdated payment systems are costing African airlines revenue, fraud losses, and passenger trust.
- Startups
Cargoplug Opens UK Hub to Strengthen Growing UK-Nigeria Trade Route
Cargoplug opens first UK hub to boost Nigeria trade route with faster shipping, lower costs, and direct operations.
- International
WTTC Launches ‘Together in Travel’ Initiative to Empower SMEs, with VFS Global as Founding Partner
WTTC launches Together in Travel to empower travel SMEs globally, with VFS Global as a Founding Partner.
- Startups
Kofa Raises $8.1 Million to Expand AI-Powered Battery Network Across Urban Africa
Kofa raises $8.1M to expand its AI-driven battery network in Ghana and Kenya, reshaping urban energy access in Africa.
- News
MojaEV Kenya to Begin Local Assembly of Electric Vehicles from August
MojaEV Kenya will start assembling electric vehicles locally in August, boosting production and regional exports, Bloomberg and ITWeb.africa report.
- News
Stanbic Bank Kenya Finances Vivo Energy’s Acquisition of 69 Hyundai Tucson SUVs
Stanbic Bank Kenya financed Vivo Energy's acquisition of 69 Hyundai Tucson SUVs, partnering with RentWorks, Caetano Kenya, and Heritage Insurance…
- Startups
Gozem Raises $30M in Series B Funding to Transform Mobility and Fintech in Africa
Gozem secures $30M to expand its Super App, enhance mobility, e-commerce, and fintech services across Francophone Africa, driving digital transformation.
- Announcements
Safaricom Announces KES 5 Million Sponsorship for the 2025 Magical Kenya Open
Safaricom sponsors KES 5M for the 2025 Magical Kenya Open, providing connectivity, supporting 19 Kenyan golfers, and enhancing tournament technology.
- International
IFA 2025: The World’s Leading Tech Trade Fair to Spotlight AI, Gaming, and More
IFA 2025 returns to Berlin, focusing on AI, gaming, digital health, and mobility, strengthening retail partnerships and global tech innovation.
- News
Kenya’s Boda Boda Theft Crisis: Watu Credit Claims New Measures Will Protect Riders
Watu Credit commends police for tackling boda boda theft amid past allegations, introducing tracking systems to curb rising organized crime.
- Announcements
Standard Chartered Partners with Kenya Airways to Enhance Travel Experiences
Standard Chartered and Kenya Airways partner to offer exclusive travel benefits, discounts, rewards, and enhanced experiences for affluent clients.
- News
Vivo Energy Faces Backlash Over PR Blunder in Shell V-Power Fuel Quality Scandal
Vivo Energy's PR missteps in discrediting Shell V-Power fuel test backfired, sparking public outrage and eroding consumer trust.
