Green Mobility Accelerates as Chinese-backed EV Vehicles Hit Tanzanian Roads

Posted on :Monday , 2nd March 2026

Tanzania’s move toward environmentally friendly transport is accelerating with the rollout of the country’s first electric dual-cab pickup trucks, developed through Chinese technology and supply collaborations.

Jenga Taifa Pamoja Auto Limited (JTP Auto), a local electric mobility firm, has partnered with prominent Chinese original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to introduce co. . .

Chinese Automaker Launches BYD Vehicle Operations in Tanzania

Posted on :Monday , 2nd February 2026

HARMONY Auto, a Chinese automotive company, has officially launched its operations in Tanzania, supporting the government’s drive to expand the use of renewable energy and promote environmentally friendly transportation across Africa.

The launch marks the introduction of BYD vehicles into the Tanzanian market, offering sustainable transport solutions aimed at improving accessibi. . .

Dongfeng vehicles from China arrive in Kenya with local EV assembly

Posted on :Tuesday , 6th January 2026

Dongfeng Motor, a Chinese automaker, has started preparing to build its first electric cars in Kenya.

The automaker, which has its headquarters in Wuhan, Hubei province, has been producing ICE light commercial vehicles and pick-ups at its Nairobi location, but it has now entered the electric vehicle competition that is propelling Kenya to the top of the climatech map.

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Urysia Expands Kenya’s Automotive Lineup with Addition of Jeep and Citroen

Posted on :Wednesday , 3rd December 2025

Kenya’s automotive sector is continuing to draw interest from global vehicle manufacturers, with the latest arrivals — Jeep and Citroen — reflecting increased trust in the country as a regional mobility hub.

The two brands were officially introduced in Nairobi under Urysia Limited, in a move that shows the rising competition among dealers to grab a shifting . . .

Kenya signs 800 million USD MoU with Linglong Tire for Mombasa SEZ plant

Posted on :Tuesday , 4th November 2025

China's Shandong Linglong Tire and Kenya have inked a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to build a 800 million USD tire factory in the Mombasa Special Economic Zone.

With its planned location in Mariakani, Kilifi County, the state-of-the-art plant is anticipated to boost local value chains, generate over 1,500 direct jobs, and establish Kenya as a worldwide manufacturing hub.. . .