Spiro Uganda to Triple Battery Swapping Hubs as Demand for Electric Motorcycles Increase
Spiro Uganda is expanding its electric motorcycle battery-swapping network to meet rising demand for sustainable transport. The company plans to increase its mega-hubs to 11 by the end of 2026 to support its growing fleet.
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Demonstrates the rapid growth of green energy infrastructure and electric mobility adoption in emerging African markets.
Electric motorcycle company Spiro Uganda says expanding its battery-swapping network and supporting riders with maintenance and spare parts will be key to meeting rising demand as more Ugandans switch to electric two-wheelers.
Bruce Mucunguzi, the Deputy Country Director Spiro Uganda said the company is integrating solar- and grid-powered mega swapping hubs into its network, with a huge capacity to charge a minimum of 200 batteries to at the same time.
Mucunguzi was speaking at the recently concluded Renewable Energy Conference and Expo 2026 at Kampala Serena Hotel, held under the theme “From Systems to Scale”, organised by the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development and the National Renewable Energy Platform.
Mucunguzi emphasised safe riding and practical after-sales support, including maintenance and spare parts, as the country’s electric motorcycle market grows.
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