Electric mobility firm, BasiGo has initiated the local assembly of its Ma3e electric vans in Mombasa. This milestone represents the first time electric vans have been manufactured within Kenya.
By partnering with Associated Vehicle Assemblers (AVA), BasiGo utilizes Complete Knocked Down (CKD) kits to build the fleet. The company expects to deliver the first 22 locally produced units to customers throughout April and May.
Performance Specs and Versatile Applications
The Ma3e caters to high-demand operations. It delivers a range of 300 kilometers on a single charge and supports diverse transportation needs.
Over the last 10 months, BasiGo deployed two electric vans on intercity routes spanning Nairobi, Thika, Nyahururu, Nyeri, and Nakuru. This pilot program confirmed the vehicle’s durability and the viability of the charging infrastructure. These results generated a reservation pipeline exceeding 500 units, making local assembly the essential catalyst for scaling production.
Future Growth and Industrial Impact
BasiGo intends to deploy thousands of units to meet Kenya’s climate goals and establish a regional blueprint for clean transport. This initiative builds on a previous 2025 partnership with Kenya Vehicle Manufacturers (KVM) in Thika for electric bus assembly. By merging KVM’s long-standing technical expertise with BasiGo’s proprietary mobility technology, the project creates jobs and strengthens the domestic automotive ecosystem.
“BasiGo has commenced local assembly of its electric vans in Kenya—the Ma3e model, delivering the country’s first locally assembled electric vans. In partnership with Associated Vehicle Assemblers (AVA)… the vans are being built from Complete Knocked Down (CKD) kits.”
BasiGo begins Local Assembly of Electric Vans in Kenya
BasiGo has commenced local assembly of its electric vans in Kenya – the Ma3e model, delivering the country’s first locally assembled electric vans. In partnership with Associated Vehicle Assemblers (AVA), a leading Kenyan… pic.twitter.com/Kij6cuwKOB
— BasiGo Kenya 🇰🇪 (@BasiGoKenya) April 16, 2026
