Uber plans to double its electric motorcycle fleet in Kenya by year-end as part of its broader push toward zero-emissions mobility by 2040.
Uber Technologies is expanding its electric two-wheeler operations in Kenya, doubling the number of motorcycles available on its platform. The expansion aligns with the company's global sustainability goals, targeting net-zero emissions across its entire mobility network within the next 16 years.
The initiative addresses transportation challenges in Kenya while reducing environmental impact. Electric motorcycles offer cost-effective alternatives to fuel-based vehicles and reduce emissions in urban areas experiencing heavy congestion.
The move reflects growing momentum in Southeast African markets for sustainable mobility solutions. Uber has increasingly invested in electric and low-emission vehicle options across developing markets, where two-wheelers remain popular due to affordability and navigability.
The company's 2040 net-zero commitment encompasses all platform trips, requiring significant fleet transitions across multiple markets and vehicle types globally.
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