Smarter Mobility Africa

28/11/2025

Tshepo Kgobe, Interim CEO of the Transport Authority for Gauteng (TAG), unpacked what it will take to build a more coordinated and integrated mobility system in Gauteng during his discussion at the SMA summit.

He touched on unified planning, consistent standards and the importance of alignment across municipalities — all crucial for improving how people move across the province every day.

Read the full interview and watch the full discussion below:

👉 Read full article: https://wearevuka.com/insights/mobility/inside-tags-vision-for-gauteng-mobility-insights-from-interim-ceo-tshepo-kgobe/
🎥 Watch full video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nkJYDMZNJGo

18/11/2025

We’re just 1 day away from our webinar on industrialisation and charging infrastructure in Africa’s e-mobility transition.

Here’s a look at the team guiding tomorrow’s discussion:

• Eng. Robert Njoroge – Technical Advisor, GIZ Kenya (Moderator)
• Nathan Fredericks – Programme Director: New Energy Vehicles, JET Programme Management Office (PMO) at IDC
• Ms. Jemimah Muli – Technical Advisor, GIZ Kenya
• Divyam Nagpal – Principal Specialist: Renewable Energy, SEforALL
• Paul Wambugu – Investment Manager, KenGen
• Eng. Nickson Bukachi – Senior Policy Officer, AFREC (African Energy Commission)

Together, they’ll unpack industrialisation pathways, EV manufacturing, and the growth of charging infrastructure across Africa’s mobility landscape.

📅 19 November
🕒 13:00 WAT | 14:00 SAST | 15:00 EAT
🔗 Watch live: https://streamyard.com/watch/ubuk3K5bFn8W

14/11/2025

𝐈𝐭’𝐬 𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 — 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐌𝐀 𝐬𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭 2025 𝐏𝐨𝐬𝐭-𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞!

This year’s summit brought together leaders, innovators, and industry experts shaping the future of mobility across Africa. From e-mobility to public transport reform, infrastructure, investment, and leadership — the energy and insights were unforgettable.

🎥 Watch the Highlights Video: https://youtu.be/b7VHVeYXBBU

📄 Get the Full Post-Event Report: https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/1c3uRrFfsReemYaiSC-EAQwewv4c

Thank you to everyone who made 2025 a milestone moment for the continent.

06/11/2025

Gauteng’s transport system is evolving with TAG’s new projects focusing on sustainability, accessibility, and better connections. Read how these changes will impact the city. https://wearevuka.com/insights/circular-economy/driving-smart-mobility-in-gauteng-transport-authoritys-vision-for-a-connected-inclusive-future/

31/10/2025

📢 Live Webinar | 19 November 2025
Powering Africa’s E-Mobility Transition: From Industrialisation to Charging Infrastructure

Africa’s e-mobility journey is accelerating — but scaling it sustainably depends on two key pillars: industrialisation and charging infrastructure.

Join GIZ and Smarter Mobility Africa as we unpack how local manufacturing, smart investment, and collaboration can drive Africa’s electric mobility future.

💡 Key topics:
🔹 Local EV manufacturing & value chain development
🔹 Policy and financing for charging infrastructure
🔹 Emerging business models & regional collaboration

🕓 14:00 SAST | 13:00 WAT | 15:00 EAT
🔗 Register now: https://streamyard.com/watch/ubuk3K5bFn8W



👉 Don’t miss this crucial discussion shaping the future of e-mobility in Africa.

24/10/2025

𝐁𝐢𝐠 𝐧𝐞𝐰𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚’𝐬 𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜 𝐦𝐨𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐣𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐲!

Spiro has raised $100 million — the largest‐ever investment in electric mobility in Africa.

This milestone highlights growing investor confidence in the continent’s clean transport future. From electric motorbikes to battery-swapping infrastructure, Spiro’s expansion is set to accelerate Africa’s shift toward sustainable mobility and energy innovation.

Read more → https://evreporter.com/spiro-raises-100-million-in-africas-largest-investment-in-electric-mobility/

Spiro, an African two-wheel transportation and battery-swapping company, announced a $100 million investment round led by the Fund for Export Development in

14/10/2025

Smarter Mobility Africa 2025 was an incredible experience, diving deep into the future of transport across Africa!

From AI-powered logistics to the rise of electric vehicles (EVs), SMA 2025 brought together thought leaders to explore how technology is shaping the future of mobility.
The conversation centred around how digitisation is enhancing fleet management, optimising routes, and empowering drivers to work more efficiently.

Key topics:

The rise of AI in transforming logistics.
The EV revolution and the infrastructure needed to support it.
The growing need for connected and sustainable transport solutions.

Before the summit, we had the opportunity to speak with Renko Bergh, co-founder of ctrlfleet, about the role of AI and electric vehicles in the future of transport.

Watch the full interview here: https://wearevuka.com/insights/automotive-ev-battery-tech/renko-bergh-on-transport-digitisation-and-ai-powered-logistics-smarter-mobility-africa-2025/

Let’s continue pushing for a greener, smarter, and more efficient transport future!

09/10/2025

Looking Back at Women in Mobility – SMA Summit 2025

At Smarter Mobility Africa summit 2025, 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐌𝐨𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 (𝐖𝐈𝐌) delivered some truly inspiring moments. The sessions highlighted the remarkable leadership, innovation, and impact of women shaping Africa’s transport sector.

A heartfelt thank you to our WomenIN (WiN), uYilo Electric Mobility Programme, for their continued support in championing women’s empowerment and innovation in the transport and mobility sector.

The momentum doesn’t stop here — join us next at the 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐈𝐍 𝐅𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐥, happening from 13–14 𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 2025 at the iconic Newlands Cricket Ground in Cape Town. This two-day celebration will bring together inspiring speakers, powerful conversations, and opportunities to connect and collaborate with women from across industries.

🎟️ Tickets are selling fast — get yours now at https://wearewomenin.com/tickets/

07/10/2025

𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐫𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐥 𝐄𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞, 𝐌𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐬

From home garages to shopping centres, this session explored how solar, storage, and smart software are driving Africa’s charging revolution.

Moderated by Gareth Burley, with insights from Dr Eng Joseph Oketch, Ayodeji Stephen, and Dylan Smith, the panel unpacked how to integrate EV infrastructure into residential, commercial, and retail developments — ensuring accessibility and scalability across Africa.

04/10/2025

Relive some of the most inspiring moments from 2025! 🌍🚗💡

From thought-provoking panels to innovative discussions on public-private partnerships, AI in mobility, and sustainable transport solutions, the summit showcased Africa’s brightest minds shaping the future of mobility.

Stay tuned as we continue to share more highlights and key takeaways from the event!

03/10/2025

The 2025 exhibition floor was buzzing with innovation! 🚗✨

A huge thank you to all the sponsors and exhibitors who showcased the latest in mobility solutions and technologies. Your presence and contributions are shaping the future of smarter, more sustainable cities across Africa. 🌍

Stay tuned as we continue to share highlights and key moments from the event!