EKA Mobility flags off 15 electric buses in Zanzibar
EKA Mobility has launched its first fleet of 15 electric buses in Zanzibar, marking the company's entry into the African public transport market. The project is part of a larger initiative to deploy 150 buses by year-end while providing technical training to local personnel.
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This expansion highlights the growing role of Indian engineering in global electric mobility and the increasing adoption of sustainable public transport in African nations.
July 24, 2026 commercial vehicles , electric buses 2 min read Explore EKA Mobility has flagged off its 12-metre electric buses in Zanzibar , marking the company’s entry into the island’s public transport market. The flag-off ceremony was attended by Dr. Hussein Ali Mwinyi, President of Zanzibar , who inaugurated the first fleet of electric buses for public transport operations. The initial fleet of 15 electric buses is scheduled to begin commercial operations on 1 August 2026 .
The deployment is part of a broader electric mobility programme under which 35 buses have been ordered , with the fleet expected to expand to 150 EKA electric buses by the end of the year , according to the company. The programme aims to support the adoption of electric public transport while creating employment opportunities and providing technical training for local personnel.
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