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Agreement on a Strategic Partnership to Promote Mobility Transition in Africa – DFP × Africa E-Mobility Alliance

DFP and the Africa E-Mobility Alliance (AfEMA),  a pan-African think tank promoting sustainable mobility solutions across the continent, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for a strategic partnership on the occasion of Africa E-Mobility Week 2025, held in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. 
Through this collaboration, the two parties aim to combine AfEMA’s expertise and network in the sustainable mobility sector in Africa with DFP’s startup advisory and initiatives to create collaboration opportunities with global corporations, working together toward the development of a clean mobility ecosystem across Africa. 

Overview of the Strategic Partnership 

In order to explore a strategic cooperative relationship between Japan and Africa to promote the introduction and adoption of sustainable e-mobility in Africa, the parties will undertake the following initiatives: 

  • Exploration of potential collaboration under donor-supported programs, including funding and technical assistance 
  • Information sharing on emerging e-mobility trends in Africa, including policies, regulations, and startups 
  • Promotion of investment in promising African startups 
  • Facilitation of collaboration between African startups and global companies, including business matching, joint R&D, and PoC initiatives 
  • Dissemination and co-promotion of events and initiatives related to the mobility transition 

Statement from Representatives

“Double Feather Partners’ commitment to practical, scalable investment in Africa’s e-mobility ecosystem aligns perfectly with AfEMA’s mission. Together, we’re accelerating the companies and coalitions that will electrify Africa’s transport — from pilots to continent-wide adoption.”
— Warren Ondanje, Managing Director, Africa E-Mobility Alliance (AfEMA)

“This partnership marks a key step toward Africa’s sustainable mobility transition and global collaboration. We’re excited to work with AfEMA to advance scalable e-mobility solutions and build a comprehensive platform that spans from research to policy collaboration, driving meaningful impact across the continent.”
— Kohei Muto, CEO, Double Feather Partners (DFP)

【About Africa E-Mobility Alliance】 

Africa E-Mobility Alliance (AfEMA) is an independent think tank promoting sustainable mobility solutions across Africa. By providing resources, facilitating access to high-impact events, and creating networking opportunities, AfEMA connects stakeholders from government, industry, and civil society to promote the adoption of low carbon electric transportation. The organization also plays a key role in shaping local and regional policies, ensuring Africa’s mobility ecosystem aligns with global sustainability goals and drives a cleaner, more connected future for the continent.