news Scmp World 2026-07-12

Chinese Investment Fuels Africa's E-Bike Boom

Chinese investors are significantly contributing to Africa's burgeoning multi-billion dollar e-bike market, facilitating a shift from petrol to electric power. They provide components, batteries, and support infrastructure like battery-swapping networks.

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