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Latest selection · 1 November 2026
Ethiopia–Djibouti truck charging moves into feasibility study
Ethiopian Electric Utility and its partners will assess power capacity, substations and charging locations for heavy trucks on the trade corridor. The agreement covers a study; investment and deployment decisions are still ahead.
Read original articleTanzania and Angola announce ambition to connect ocean corridors
The proposed link would connect the Dar es Salaam and Lobito transport corridors through Zambia and the DRC, bringing TAZARA and the Benguela railway into a wider network. The announcement did not include a completion date.
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Rabat prepares electric buses powered by solar energy
A C40 Cities Finance Facility-supported project plans 30 electric buses for the Témara–Rabat–Salé express line, alongside solar energy at depots. The project launch brings the city into the preparation and delivery process.
Read original articleZambia–Lobito railway selects preferred construction bidders
Africa Finance Corporation has selected preferred bidders for the planned 830-kilometre railway through Zambia and Angola. Contract negotiations are expected to follow in November, advancing a new connection towards the Atlantic coast.
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Nairobi forum focuses on scaling zero-emission freight
Kenya’s transport ministry reports on the Africa EV Freight Forum, co-organised by Smart Freight Centre and Intro Africa. Discussions examined charging, finance, policy and the practical lessons from electric journeys across African borders.
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Johannesburg announces electric-bus trials on Metrobus and BRT routes
The city announced a 30–60 day trial beginning on 3 September, covering Metrobus and Rea Vaya routes. Testing will examine energy use, reliability, maintenance, costs and passenger experience to inform future fleet decisions.
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