Why should Rwanda invest in lithium?

We believe this investment highlights the opportunity and transformational potential of the Rwanda mining sector. Lithium is a key commodity for global electrification ambitions, as it is the central chemical element of dominant battery chemistries.

Is Rwanda a good place to buy electric cars?

Rwanda is one of the few countries on the African continent that has very progressive policies for electric vehicles. These policies include some pretty cool incentives for EVs, such as the following. Fiscal Incentives: Electricity tariffs for charging stations to be capped at the industrial tariff.

Will Rwanda's EV space be able to address range anxiety?

One of the leading players in Rwanda’s EV space is Kabisa. In an exciting development that will help address charging infrastructure fears and range anxiety, Societe Petroliere Ltd (SP) and Kabisa have announced a strategic partnership to build a nationwide network of EV charging stations.

Why is Rwanda investing in EVs?

Enforcement of existing emission standards to discourage the purchase of polluting vehicles. These incentives have helped catalyse investments into the country’s EV sector. One of the leading players in Rwanda’s EV space is Kabisa.

How does REM support Rwanda's green initiatives?

Multiple delivery runs are done daily from the central charging depot to each battery swap station, to deliver freshly-charged batteries and collect depleted ones. REM is showing its full commitment to Rwanda’s green initiatives by bringing in the country’s only fully-electric truck for these delivery runs.

Will EV adoption be faster in Rwanda?

It will certainly enable quicker adoption of EV vehicles in Rwanda. I would like to take this opportunity to thank the Green Fund and Ireme Invest who is also playing a key role in this,” said Yves Legrux, CEO at Société Pétrolière Rwanda.