Nairobi-based electric bus company BasiGo has announced the opening of three new charging depots in the Kenyan capital as it expands its electric mobility infrastructure across the country. The new facilities, located in Taj Mall, Komarock, and Riruta, will offer DC fast charging, maintenance, and technical support for electric bus operators. A fourth hub is expected to open in Juja by the end of the year.
Each depot features DC chargers rated up to 160 kW, supporting both CCS2 and GB/T connectors to accommodate BasiGo’s diverse fleet of Western and Chinese-made electric buses. The company said the chargers can serve up to 100 buses per day using sequential charging and off-peak grid power, forming one of Kenya’s largest DC fast-charging networks for buses and reinforcing BasiGo’s position as East Africa’s leading electric bus provider.
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According to BasiGo’s Managing Director for Kenya, Moses Nderitu, the company’s goal is to build the foundation for sustainable public transport in Kenya. “This expansion gives bus operators the confidence to go electric. They can see that the essential backbone, from rapid charging to local service, is now in place, ensuring their e-buses operate efficiently and reliably for Nairobi’s passengers,” he said.
In addition to charging services, the new depots will offer battery maintenance for CATL power systems, technical support, and advisory services for public transport operators. Joseph Siror, CEO and Managing Director of Kenya Power, said the initiative aligns with the company’s commitment to support the country’s energy transition. “As demand for electric transport grows, our role is to ensure the national grid is ready to support this shift with reliable, accessible electricity,” he said.
The expansion comes as Kenya accelerates investment in clean transport infrastructure. According to the Ministry of Energy and Petroleum, the government plans to invest €39.5 million in EV charging stations, targeting at least 10,000 public chargers nationwide by 2030. BasiGo’s growing network of depots is expected to play a key role in achieving that vision and supporting the country’s broader decarbonization goals.
