Spiro, Africa’s leading electric vehicle company, has started delivering electric motorbikes to customers who registered for its special promotion in November 2024.
The company is rolling out deliveries in phases, fulfilling orders made under the subsidized EKON M3 offer.
As part of a broader effort to accelerate the shift to clean mobility, Spiro launched a limited-time promotion in November 2024 offering its EKON M3 electric motorbike—typically priced near Rwf 2 million for just Rwf 750,000.
Interested buyers are required to pay a Rwf 75,000 registration fee to secure their spot.
This initiative aligns with the Government’s new policy banning the registration of petrol-powered commercial motorcycles in Kigali starting January 2025, part of its long-term strategy to develop an environmentally sustainable transport system.
The program has made it easier and more affordable for riders to acquire electric motorbikes while supporting efforts to reduce air pollution in urban areas.
Deliveries officially began in April 2025 and continue in phases, based on the order in which registrations and payments were made.
Customers who have completed their payments are now receiving their bikes, with Spiro contacting each individual to confirm logistics before handover.
Before delivery, each customer is contacted by Spiro and provided with instructions on how and when to collect their motorbike.
The company said that those who haven’t received a call yet, assure them that they will be contacted soon. “We’ve increased staff dedicated to customer service, follow-ups, and delivery management.”
At least 3,500 electric motorbikes are currently in operation in Rwanda and out of the 3,515 bikes ordered through the promotion, 1,656 have been fully paid for and 1,470 have already been delivered.
Spiro remains committed to providing affordable, modern, and environmentally friendly transport solutions that offer a strong financial advantage over petrol-powered vehicles.
This commitment goes beyond manufacturing electric vehicles to include investments in the infrastructure that powers them.
Spiro Rwanda is also announced the activation of over 100 battery swapping stations across the country, strengthening its commitment to a clean, smart, and reliable ecosystem for electric motorcycle users.
The energy network now covers Kigali, the Western Province (including Rusizi and Nyamasheke), the Southern Province (Muhanga and Kamonyi), and the Eastern Province, with plans underway to reach every province in Rwanda.
Expansion to Karongi and Musanze Districts is also planned in the near future.
“As we work to become Africa’s largest energy network powered by battery swapping, we offer both automated and manual stations to meet the needs of all riders,” the company said. “Our technology ensures quick, convenient battery swaps, reducing downtime and making electric mobility more accessible.”
Through their expanding infrastructure and digital tools, riders can easily locate stations, check battery availability, and manage their accounts via our technology-integrated system.
“We are dedicated to supporting Rwanda’s green transition goals by reducing emissions and creating jobs, while making clean transportation affordable and convenient,” the company said in a statement.
Spiro’s reach now spans eight African countries: Benin, Togo, Kenya, Rwanda, Uganda, Tanzania, Nigeria, and Cameroon.
With over 600 battery-swapping stations across the continent, the company’s motorbikes have been extensively used, covering vast distances.
Spiro has conducted over 20 million battery swaps, contributing to a reduction of 500,000 tons in carbon emissions.
With a fleet of over 30,000 electric motorbikes and more than 50,000 batteries across Africa, Spiro continues to shape the future of transport—helping cities breathe cleaner air and offering riders a smart, cost-effective alternative to petrol-powered vehicles.
The company expressed its appreciation to customers for their patience and trust, reaffirming its commitment to high-quality service and continued innovation in sustainable mobility.
