TANZANIA, Aug. 4 -- THE ambition to accelerate Electric Vehicle (EV) is gaining momentum, with industry stakeholders arguing that the success of the transition to cleaner transport will ultimately hinge on affordability rather than consumer interest.

While the country has taken important steps to support electric mobility through favourable tax policies and new regulations governing charging infrastructure, industry players say the biggest hurdle remains the high upfront cost of electric vehicles, which puts them beyond the reach of most Tanzanians.

The challenge reflects the realities of Tanzanias automotive market, where the majority of motorists purchase imported second-hand petrol-powered vehicles that are more than a decade old.

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