On September 26, the Kiira Vehicle Plant was inaugurated by the President of Uganda. The plant construction began in 2019, and manufacturing commenced in March 2025 by Kiira Motors Corporation, with an initial investment of USD 120 million. The plant produces electric buses and diesel buses. The plant is in Jinja. Th
On September 23, African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) renewed its memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the African Association of Automotive Manufacturers to promote Intra-African trade and investment in the continent’s automotive sector. The MoU was signed on the sidelines of the recently concluded Intra-Afric
On September 17, multiple sources reported that Aseel Auto Import Company, Libya has been appointed as the exclusive distributor for Sinotruk, one of China’s largest heavy-duty truck manufacturers.
The first branch of Sinotruk was opened in the country.
The agreement with Aseel Auto forms part of Sinotruk’s expansio
On September 17, 2025, TVS Motor Company launched the King Deluxe Plus CNG three-wheeler in Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania, in collaboration with distributor Car & General. The key features of the vehicle include a 5kg dual-fuel CNG tank, an 8-litre gasoline tank, a king-size driver seat, a strong chassis and body with hea
On September 15, 2025, Servotech Renewable Power System Ltd. announced a trade agreement with Mauritius-based Enovra Energy Solutions Limited to supply EV chargers and solar solutions across Mauritius and nearby regions. Under this pact, Enovra will exclusively represent Servotech’s portfolio—distributing and deployi
On September 2, 2025, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles launched the Tiago hatchback in South Africa for a starting price of ZAR 184,900 and going till ZAR 224,900. It is powered by a 1.2-litre Revotron three-cylinder engine delivering 63kW and 113 nm and is offered with both manual and automated transmissions. It offer
Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL), TradeWaltz and Suzuki Motor signed the memorandum of understanding (MOU) for collaboration in automobile trade between India and Africa, and announced it on August 21 at the 9th Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD 9) held in Yokohama.
The three companies will cooper
South African automotive parts manufacturer Jendamark Automation is bracing for significant losses in its U.S. market due to rising tariffs. The company, headquartered in Gqeberha, specializes in building automated assembly lines for catalytic converters, engines, and axles for major automakers, including BMW and Mer
On July 29, Helios Climate, Africa’s premier climate-focused investment platform, in partnership with the Private Infrastructure Development Group (PIDG), announced an investment in SUN Mobility. The investment round brings the total capital raised by the company over the past year to approximately USD 135 million.
On July 17, the Congolese government and the American company Kobold Metals signed an agreement on mining exploration in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Kobold will invest in Congo in the digitalization of geological data, exploitation using advanced technology, particularly artificial intelligence, and the m
On July 16, multiple sources reported that state-owned Kuvimba Mining House will construct a lithium concentration plant at its Sandawana mine in Zimbabwe. It will see an investment of EUR 270 million. It will have a 600,000-ton annual capacity. It will start operations in 2027. The project also involves a strategic
On July 2, SOUEAST officially announced its entry into the Libyan market with a brand launch ceremony. SOUEAST introduced a lineup of urban SUVs tailored to meet local market demands: the S09, S07, and S06. SOUEAST has partnered with KMG Group, a leading Libyan conglomerate with extensive expertise in automotive dist
On June 23, TVS Motor Company launched the all-new HLX 150 5G motorcycle in the Republic of Congo, expanding its HLX portfolio in international markets. The HLX 150 5G continues to be powered by the 150cc eco thrust engine with an integrated oil-cooling technology.
Its key new features include an adjustable rear susp
On June 10, multiple sources reported that the Mines Minister of Zimbabwe stated that the Government will ban exports of lithium concentrates in 2027. The country plans to focus on advanced processing to boost economic returns.
Major producers, Bikita Minerals and Prospect Lithium Zimbabwe are already building plants
On June 5, BYD officially launched its operations in Gabon in collaboration with LOXEA, a subsidiary of CFAO Mobility, with a brand unveiling event held in the BYD Showroom, Oloumi Industrial Zone. During the event, BYD introduced BYD ATTO 3 and BYD DOLPHIN.
Gabon, an African environmental pioneer with over 85% fore
The National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa (NUMSA) has received a section 189 notice from Goodyear South Africa regarding its plan to discontinue manufacturing operations at its plant in Kariega (Formerly Uitenhage). The closure will affect around 907 employees.
The decision is part of Goodyear’s strategy to
On May 27, Lucky Motor Corporation (LMC) announced the successful export of its first batch of 35 Kia vehicles to Africa.
The milestone marks the beginning of LMC’s export journey and reinforces its position as the leading new entrant in vehicle exports. The initiative also reflects the strong export legacy of the Y
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