Kiira Motors: Uganda's Answer to Sustainable Urban Mobility!

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Kiira Motors emerged from a 2007 collaboration between Makerere University and MIT.

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The Vision 200, designed for India, was proudly displayed in Italy in 2008.

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2011 marked the debut of Africa's first electric vehicle, the Kiira EV.

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President Museveni of Uganda played a key role, even naming the vehicle.

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By 2014, the Kiira EV SMACK, an Electric Hybrid Vehicle, was introduced in Kenya.

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The Kayoola Solar Bus, launched in 2016, is a testament to Kiira's innovative spirit.

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Kiira Motors aligns its vision with Uganda's Vision 2040, promoting eco-friendly transport.

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The company's accolades highlight their commitment to green mobility.

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Kiira Motors is reshaping Africa's transport scene with its sustainable solutions.

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