Burkina Faso joins Africa’s Electric Vehicle market with launch of new EV brand

Recently, Burkina Faso’s homegrown electric vehicle, ITAOUA, entered the market, further boosting the continent’s EV landscape.

According to its manufacturer, the ITAOUA EV boasts impressive features, with a range of 330 kilometers on a single charge that can be achieved in just 30 minutes.

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.

According to Sputnik Afrique, 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.

Africa’s electric vehicle (EV) market is gaining momentum, with a projected value of $15.8 billion in 2024 and $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.

Other African countries with significant EV adoption rates include:

These countries are driving Africa’s growing presence in the global EV market.