Africa E-Mobility Week #AEW2025

14 - 16 October 2025

United Nations Conference Centre (UNCC) | Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

📢 UPCOMING WEBINAR – Road to AEW2025

Charging Change: Building Africa’s EV Ecosystem from Grid to Garage

Thursday, 29 May 2025 | 🕑 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM EAT

In partnership with

Moderator: Warren Ondanje, Managing Director, Africa E-Mobility Alliance (AfEMA)

⚡ TOPIC 1

Battery Swapping and Charging Networks – Building Africa’s Next-Gen Energy Infrastructure

Confirmed Speaker:

Kaushik Burman, Managing Director, Spiro
Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS), subscription models & commercial viability

Additional Focus Areas:

Grid integration: national grids, mini-grids, and renewable energy
Matthew Ward, Commercial Lead, Skoot Mobility
Infrastructure scaling: land use, permitting, interoperability & policy incentives

🛠️ TOPIC 2

Green Jobs and Skills for Africa’s E-Mobility Future – An African Perspective

Exploring employment and capacity-building opportunities in the EV transition.

Focus Areas:

Workforce development: mechanics, technicians & EV assembly
Youth employment & entrepreneurship: job creation in informal transport/logistics
Gender inclusion: equitable access for women and underserved groups

💬 Speakers

Speaker Information

Jürg is the principal author of the main carbon credit methodologies for the transport sector and the project developer of the first registered carbon credit project for mobility (as early as 1997).

He has developed more than 50 carbon credit transport projects, including more than 300 companies under all major international and national carbon standards in Africa, the Americas, Asia and Europe.

He has secured approval from the Green Climate Fund for their first project in the transport sector (BRT Karachi), developed e-mobility funds totalling USD 3 billion and electric vehicle projects and strategies in more than 30 countries worldwide.

Key Takeaways

Unlocking Carbon Finance for E-Mobility:
Gain insights into how Article 6 mechanisms, particularly Internationally Transferred Mitigation Outcomes (ITMOs), can serve as innovative financing tools for e-mobility projects in Africa.
Understanding the Transition to Multilateral Markets:
Learn about the evolution from bilateral to multilateral carbon credit markets under Article 6.4 and what it means for stakeholders in Africa’s mobility sector.
Practical Applications of Article 6 in E-Mobility:
Explore actionable pathways to leverage carbon finance, including methodologies, frameworks, and strategies tailored for African markets.
Case Studies and Success Stories:
Discover real-world examples of e-mobility projects successfully scaled using Article 6 mechanisms, highlighting best practices and lessons learned.
Scaling Africa’s Sustainable Mobility Agenda:
Identify how Article 6 mechanisms align with Africa’s broader goals for zero-emission transportation, fostering collaboration between governments, private sector players, and international stakeholders.

Networking and Collaboration Opportunities:
Connect with industry experts, policymakers, and financiers to explore partnerships and resources for accelerating e-mobility adoption.

Agenda

Time	Duration (mins)	Topic	Responsibility
10:00 AM - 10:03 AM	3	Welcome and Webinar Guidelines	AfEMA
10:03 AM - 10:08 AM	5	Opening Remarks by the Africa E-Mobility Week Secretariat	AfEMA
10:08 AM - 10:10 AM	2	Sponsor Introduction	Moderator
10:10 AM - 10:30 AM	20	Presentation by the Sponsor	Zeroca
10:30 AM - 10:40 AM	10	Panel Introductions (4 - 5 Panelists, 2.5 mins each)	Moderator
10:40 AM - 11:25 AM	45	Moderated Panel Discussion	Moderator
11:25 AM - 11:45 AM	20	Q & A	Moderator
11:45 AM - 11:50 AM	5	Discussion Summary	AfEMA
11:50 AM - 11:55 AM	5	Closing and Next Steps	AfEMA

Register for the Africa E-Mobility Week 2025

Exhibit

Connect with key decision-makers, gain qualified leads, and showcase your innovations to an audience driving Africa’s e-mobility future.

Attend

Connect with industry leaders, policymakers, and innovators from across the continent. Gain insights, forge impactful partnerships, and drive the future of sustainable mobility in Africa.

Speak

Connect with leaders, inspire innovation, and showcase your vision to a powerful audience. Influence the future of sustainable mobility in Africa.

Partner

Position your brand at the forefront of Africa’s sustainable mobility revolution. Gain unparalleled visibility, connect with decision-makers, and showcase your commitment to a cleaner, greener future for the continent.

Pitch

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Africa E-Mobility Week 2024: Paving the Way for a Zero-Emission Future in Africa

Africa E-Mobility Week 2024 marked a transformative moment for sustainable mobility on the continent, bringing together high-profile leaders, industry pioneers, investors, and policymakers to accelerate Africa’s transition to electric mobility. The week was filled with powerful milestones and strategic partnerships that will drive the future of transportation in Africa. Here are some of the event’s defining highlights:

High-Profile Attendance: The event was honoured to host Daniel Guenther, Head of German Development Cooperation, alongside representatives from Kenya’s Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure, the National Electric Mobility Taskforce, and the Ministry of Energy and Petroleum, who delivered inspiring opening addresses on the importance of a sustainable mobility future for Africa.
Investment Opportunities: Showcasing over 25 transformative mobility projects from across Africa, AEW2024 attracted millions in investment potential, signalling strong investor interest and commitment to advancing Africa’s e-mobility infrastructure and services.
Global Zero-Emission Commitment: In a landmark announcement, Global Commercial Vehicle Drive to Zero revealed that two African countries are set to sign a Global MOU to accelerate the transition to zero-emission vehicles, positioning Africa as a key player in the global zero-emission movement.
Launch of the Charge Africa MOU: The Africa E-Mobility Alliance (AfEMA) introduced the Charge Africa MOU, a groundbreaking agreement aimed at uniting governments and industry leaders across the continent. Signed by nine African countries, this MOU is set to catalyse electric mobility growth, driving collaboration for a cleaner, more connected Africa.
Diverse Focus Areas: AEW2024 offered a comprehensive program across four critical focus areas: Investment, Policy, Industry, and Ecosystem. This multifaceted approach provided attendees with valuable insights and strategies tailored to every aspect of the e-mobility journey.
Unmatched Networking Opportunities: Attendees connected with government officials, policymakers, investors, urban planners, fleet managers, and transport authorities from across Africa, fostering invaluable partnerships and collaborations to drive the continent’s sustainable mobility ambitions.
Industry Tours: Participants experienced immersive tours of Africa’s most innovative e-mobility sites, offering a firsthand look at the pioneering infrastructure and technology that are reshaping transportation on the continent.

Africa E-Mobility Week 2024 was a powerful catalyst for change, advancing Africa’s electric mobility ecosystem and strengthening partnerships that will shape the continent’s sustainable mobility future. Together, we’re driving towards a zero-emission Africa!