Roam Electric
Roam Electric is an electric mobility company in Africa, starting in Kenya, that designs and manufactures electric motorcycles and buses.
Last updated September 2, 2026
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Overview
Roam Electric is a pioneering electric mobility company in Africa, starting in Kenya, with a mission to deliver affordable, reliable and clean transport solutions designed for the realities of emerging markets. Founded in 2017, Roam designs and manufactures electric motorcycles and buses tailored for African markets. The company has launched Roam Hubs, charging and battery rental stations, in Nairobi, Kiambu, and Machakos counties, and partnered with ride-hailing platforms like Uber and Bolt. Roam was ranked Kenya's fastest-growing company and among Africa's top 40 by the Financial Times in 2025.
History
Roam Electric was founded in 2017. It is a pioneering electric mobility company in Africa, starting in Kenya, with a mission to deliver affordable, reliable and clean transport solutions designed for the realities of emerging markets. The company designs and manufactures electric motorcycles and buses tailored for African markets. In recent years, Roam has launched Roam Hubs, charging and battery rental stations, in Nairobi, Kiambu, and Machakos counties, and partnered with ride-hailing platforms like Uber and Bolt to make electric motorcycles more accessible for boda boda riders. In 2025, Roam was ranked Kenya's fastest-growing company and among Africa's top 40 by the Financial Times, with 86.4% CAGR and 547.8% revenue growth.
Products and positioning
Roam Air
Electric motorcycle.
Roam Rapid
77-passenger high-capacity commuter bus operating in Nairobi CBD.
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