Chinese e-bike imports rise as Africa widens its EV bets

Africa is speeding up its shift to electric mobility with a pragmatic approach: start with the cheapest and easiest vehicles to run. Imports of Chinese e-bikes are rising, driven by lower prices, urban transport needs and the lack of widespread infrastructure for electric cars.

At the same time, investment in the sector is broadening beyond two-wheelers, reaching charging, commercial fleets and local initiatives. For Italian readers, the message is clear: the green transition in emerging markets does not follow one single model, but adapts to incomes, power grids and real-world use.