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Burkina Faso has unveiled its first electric car, designed and built entirely by local company ITAOUA. This is the first time the country has produced its own car, marking a major step forward in technology and industry.
The electric car can travel up to 330 kilometres on a single charge, and it takes only 30 minutes to recharge. This makes it suitable for travelling both in cities and rural areas. This move aims at reducing the country’s reliance on imported vehicles. This remarkable efficiency positions the ITAOUA as a strong contender in Africa’s rapidly evolving electric mobility market.
The ITAOUA electric vehicle is manufactured at a state-of-the-art facility in Ouaga 2000, a prominent district in Burkina Faso.This innovative vehicle offers a 100% electric, solar-powered, and eco-friendly transportation solution, poised to contribute significantly to the continent’s growing electric vehicle market.
This car is expected to create many jobs in areas such as manufacturing, sales, and maintenance. It will also promote the use of renewable energy, helping Burkina Faso reduce its dependence on fossil fuels. By building cars locally, Burkina Faso can save money, lower its carbon emissions, and possibly create a product for export in the future.
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Africa’s electric vehicle (EV) market is gaining momentum, with a projected value of USD 15.8 billion in 2024 and USD 25.4 billion by 2029, according to Mordor Intelligence. Although China, Europe, and the US dominate the global EV market, accounting for 95% of sales in 2023, several African countries are making notable strides in EV adoption. Botswana recently launched its first locally assembled electric vehicles in Gaborone, marking a significant milestone in the country’s transition to sustainable mobility.This achievement resulted from a collaboration between the Botswana Institute for Technology Research and Innovation (BITRI) and two Chinese vehicle manufacturers.