Africa’s electric vehicle (EV) market is becoming increasingly competitive, with several countries making significant strides in adoption.
Recently, Burkina Faso introduced its first homegrown EV, the ITAOUA, further strengthening the continent’s transition to sustainable mobility.
Manufactured in Ouaga 2000, a prominent district in Burkina Faso, the ITAOUA boasts impressive features, including a range of 330 kilometers on a single charge, which can be achieved in just 30 minutes.
According to Sputnik Afrique, this innovative vehicle is 100% electric, solar-powered, and eco-friendly, offering a promising solution for Africa’s evolving transportation landscape.
The continent’s EV sector is on the rise, with projections estimating a market value of $15.8 billion in 2024 and $25.4 billion by 2029, according to Mordor Intelligence.
While China, Europe, and the U.S. dominated global EV sales in 2023—accounting for 95%—several African nations are making significant progress in EV adoption.
For instance, Botswana recently launched its first locally assembled electric vehicles in Gaborone, marking a milestone in sustainable mobility.
This achievement resulted from a collaboration between the Botswana Institute for Technology Research and Innovation (BITRI) and two Chinese manufacturers.
Other African countries leading EV adoption include:
- South Africa
- Morocco
- Kenya
- Tanzania
- Angola
- Ghana
- Rwanda
- Egypt
- Ethiopia
- Benin
These nations are driving Africa’s growing presence in the global EV market, signaling a promising shift toward cleaner and more sustainable transportation solutions.
