County partners with RhingGo Emobility to cut transport costs and emissions
KISUMU, August 2026-Kisumu County has taken a major step towards green transport with the flag-off of new electric Tuk Tuks by RhingGo Emobility Kenya, in a move set to revolutionize urban and peri-urban mobility.
Deputy Governor Dr Mathews Owili led the launch and welcomed the addition to the county’s transport fleet, terming it a pioneering innovation in promoting clean, sustainable, and affordable transport in Kenya.
“The flagship RM-T300 model boasts an impressive 110-kilometre range on a single charge, a 6,000-watt peak power motor, swappable battery technology, and a solar range extender that adds 30KM daily- for free from the sun,” Dr. Owili said.
“With a top speed of 45 km/h, it is ideally suited for our urban and peri-urban routes.”
RhingGo Emobility, represented by Evan Rhinggo and Vicky Rhinggo, announced Kisumu as the hub of its regional operations- a move DG Owili lauded as a strong vote of confidence in the county’s investment climate.
“Beyond introducing a revolutionary transport solution, RhingGo’s decision to set up here shows that Kisumu is open for green investment and innovation,” Owili added.
According to RhingGo, the company is dedicated to the research and development of electric motorcycles and a smart travel ecosystem. It integrates high-performance hardware, IoT platforms, and charging & swapping networks to enhance user experience and asset security.
“Our vision is to be Africa’s leading smart electric motorcycle brand and promote green travel through innovation,” the company stated.
“We are not just selling vehicles. We are handing people a livelihood upgrade. Going electric shouldn’t mean going broke. That’s why we offer flexible financing to get you on the road with ease.”
The firm said its core mission is to make electric mobility accessible to every Kenyan who works on wheels, from tuktuk operators in Mombasa to boda boda riders in Nairobi. RhingGo also has branches in Nairobi, Mombasa and Malindi.
The launch was also attended by CECMs Jerome Ochieng, Farida Salim, Judith Oluoch, and Beatrice Odongo.
With the rollout of e-Tuk Tuks, Kisumu County is positioning itself at the forefront of Kenya’s green transport transition thus reducing carbon emissions, cutting fuel costs for operators, and delivering a quieter, cleaner city for residents.
