The Middle East and Africa (MEA) EV charging market was projected to reach approximately $162.5 million in 2024 and could expand to nearly $380.7 million by 2029, growing at a rate of 18.56% annually. This projected growth underscores an expected surge in investment in charging infrastructure yet also highlights the nascent stage of EV adoption across much of the African continent.
In Sub-Saharan Africa, South Africa has emerged as the regional leader in EV infrastructure, with nearly 400 public charging stations installed and operational by the end of 2024. The private sector has played a vital role in this expansion, particularly through companies like GridCars, which has developed around 100 publicly accessible AC (fast) and DC (rapid) charging stations across the country. Moreover, in a milestone for renewable-powered charging, CHARGE inaugurated South Africa’s first off-grid, solar-powered EV charging station in Wolmaransstad in late 2024. These positive developments demonstrate the potential for future EV market growth and charging infrastructure expansion in line with an integrated e-mobility development policy.
Kenya is another country making notable progress in expanding EV infrastructure. In 2024, the government introduced the National Building Code 2024, which mandates that at least 5% of parking spaces in new buildings be dedicated to electric vehicle charging outlets. This landmark policy represents a signifi cant push toward transport electrifi cation in a country where other positive developments have emerged. This regulatory change is expected to accelerate the deployment of charging stations, particularly in urban centers. Kenya is also undergoing a parallel shift toward electric public transport, with companies like BasiGo pioneering electric bus services that aim to reduce urban pollution and transportation costs.
In North Africa, Egypt is beginning to gain traction in EV charging infrastructure development, with an estimated 7,000 EVs currently on the road and approximately 238 charging stations installed so far. Companies like Infinity EV are leading the way, and government investment in e-mobility and renewables suggests a bright future.
Several factors indicate that EV charging infrastructure growth in Africa will accelerate in the coming years. Governments are increasingly recognizing the environmental and, more importantly, economic benefits of EV adoption. Ethiopia, for example, has taken the bold step of banning the import of all internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles in an effort to cut fuel import costs and drive demand for e-mobility. Advances in charging technology, such as ultra-fast charging hubs launched by companies like Kabisa in Rwanda, are making EV ownership more practical for businesses and consumers alike.
While this article has highlighted promising developments and growing momentum in Africa’s EV charging landscape, significant challenges remain. Regulatory uncertainty, including bureaucratic hurdles, continues to slow infrastructure expansion and inflate costs. Economic barriers, including high upfront investments, often deter widespread adoption, while inconsistent electricity supply raises concerns about long-term feasibility—making renewable energy integration essential for future progress.
With policy reforms, private sector innovation, and renewable-powered solutions gaining traction, Africa is steadily progressing in the e-mobility space. The next few years will be critical in sustaining this momentum and creating a robust, long-lasting e-mobility ecosystem on the continent.
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https://cleantechnica.com/2025/02/15/kabisa-enables-commercial-ev-adoption-in-east-africa-by-launching-1st-ultrafast-charging-hub-in-kigali/
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