EAIF 2026

ARE Energy Access Investment Forum 2026

21 – 24 Apr 2026 | Nairobi, Kenya

Wednesday, 22 April 2026 | 16:15 - 17:30

Thematic session V: E-mobility & DRE - Energising the African mobility sector

Location:Jambo Conference CenterTrack:Track 1
  • Country action & impact

As Africa’s mobility sector evolves, distributed renewable energy (DRE) is emerging as a solution to power electric transportation. From hybrid solar-storage swap stations to co-located mini-grids and charging infrastructure, innovative models are taking shape in weak-grid and off-grid environments. This session examines the technical and investment mechanisms under which DRE–mobility integration can crowd in capital, strengthen business models, and accelerate low-carbon transport across Africa.

7 speakers

  • Senior Manager

    The Carbon Trust

  • Africa Regional Officer

    EDFIMC ElectriFI

  • Head, Climate & Energy GIZ Nigeria

    GIZ

  • CEO

    Energise Africa

  • Cofounder & CEO

    Ampersand

  • CEO & Co-Founder

    eWAKA Mobility

  • Partner

    Persistent

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Session location Jambo Conference Center