BasiGo

BasiGo

Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing

Creating the future of clean, electric public transit in Africa

About us

BasiGo is an early-stage e-mobility start-up working to create the future of clean, electric public transport in Africa. Headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, our team is strategically composed of seasoned entrepreneurs who have spent over a decade working and innovating within electric vehicle technology, mobility in Africa, and renewable energy financing. We are a team dedicated to creating an inclusive sustainable mobility revolution in Africa. BasiGo offers bus operators an Electric Bus solution that is more affordable, more convenient, and more reliable than a diesel alternative. To help bus operators receive the benefits of electric drive, BasiGo provides a complete electric bus solution including: 1) Electric Buses that operate all day on a single charge with proven, safe battery technology 2) Charging depots located close to bus routes providing guaranteed charging and expert preventative maintenance every night 3) Innovative Pay-As-You-Go financing that makes BasiGo buses affordable to purchase and lower cost to operate than diesel buses

Industry
Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing
Company size
11-50 employees
Headquarters
Nairobi
Type
Privately Held
Founded
2021
Specialties
Electric Mobility, Climate Change, and Renewable Energy Finance

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Employees at BasiGo

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    We are looking for a Charging Network Product Manager to join our team at BasiGo! This role is crucial in ensuring a seamless experience for our customers while building a sustainable and efficient charging network that supports the growth of electric mobility in Kenya and beyond. At BasiGo, we're building the future of sustainable transportation. Be part of a team that's transforming public transit while contributing to a cleaner, greener planet. Apply now or recommend a friend to apply! #NowHiring #ProductManager #ElectricMobility #CleanEnergy #GreenJobs #BasiGo

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    We were delighted to host Women in Transport and share how e-mobility is shaping the future of transport in Africa. At BasiGo, we recognize the vital role women play in driving innovation and creating a more inclusive transport sector. Empowering women with knowledge and opportunities builds a future where sustainable mobility benefits everyone. A special thank you to the incredible women at BasiGo who shared their insights and experiences during this impactful session. We’re excited to keep these conversations going and to collaborate on advancing sustainable and inclusive e-mobility solutions across Africa. 🚍 #WomenInTransport #SustainableMobility #EMobility #InclusiveTransport Flone Initiative Amy Robinson Bertha MvatiNjoki Waititu

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    Congratulations Novastar Ventures on your 10 years of impact in Africa! Novastar has been instrumental in driving innovation, growth, and sustainability across the continent. Their commitment to empowering startups and fostering impactful solutions has set the stage for a transformative decade in sectors like e-mobility. We look forward to shaping the next decade of impact together. In celebration of this milestone, listen in to this special episode of Disrupt Africa's podcast featuring our CEO, Jit Bhattacharya, Sapna Shah (Novastar Ventures), and Adetayo Bamiduro (MAX). They reflect on over 10 years of venture capital growth in Africa and share strategies to unlock the sector’s full potential. https://shorturl.at/YNeEY #NovastarAt10

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    🎉Celebrating 10 Years of Novastar🎉 To mark this milestone, Sapna Shah teamed up with Jit Bhattacharya, Co-founder and CEO of BasiGo and Adetayo Bamiduro, CEO of MAX, for a special episode of the Disrupt Africa podcast, hosted by Tom Jackson. Together, they reflected on 10+ years of African VC and entrepreneurship, explored what the future holds, and shared ideas on how to collectively unlock the sector’s full potential. Packed with insights and outlook, this is a must-listen for anyone passionate about Africa’s VC and startup ecosystem!🎧 Catch the episode on this link: https://lnkd.in/dVBk93-a #AfricaVC #venturecapital #InvestinAfrica #Emobility

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    Congratulations to our very own Moses Nderitu, Managing Director, Kenya, for being recognized as one of the 𝗧𝗼𝗽 𝟮𝟱 𝗠𝗲𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹! This prestigious acknowledgment highlights his visionary leadership, innovative thinking, and unwavering dedication to advancing digital solutions in Kenya. His commitment to leveraging technology to create cleaner, more efficient transport solutions inspires us all. Congratulations, Moses, on this well-deserved recognition! Your impact on the digital and mobility landscape continues to drive progress and inspire many. #Top25MenInDigital

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    Happy Jamhuri Day from all of us at BasiGo! Today, we celebrate Kenya's independence and our incredible progress as a nation. At BasiGo, we are proud to contribute to Kenya's bright future by driving innovation in e-mobility and sustainable public transport. Here’s to a greener, cleaner, and more connected Kenya #JamhuriDay2024

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    𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐒𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐨 𝐀𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐭: 𝐑𝐎𝐆 𝐒𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐨 𝐠𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜! Hats off to 𝐑𝐎𝐆 𝐒𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐨 for boldly embracing the future with the adoption of electric buses! This bold move isn’t just a win for commuters—it’s a milestone in championing sustainable and efficient mobility solutions for Kenya. With these buses, ROG Sacco is raising the bar for public transport, reducing carbon emissions, and supporting the city’s fight against air pollution. These buses will ply the routes below, so keep an eye out if you commute along these corridors: 𝐂𝐁𝐃-𝐁𝐮𝐫𝐮𝐛𝐮𝐫𝐮-𝐂𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐥 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐄𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐂𝐁𝐃-𝐁𝐮𝐫𝐮𝐛𝐮𝐫𝐮-𝐊𝐚𝐲𝐨𝐥𝐞 𝐉𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 Together, we’re paving the way for greener, cleaner, and better public transport for all! #Roadto1000 #ROGSaccoGoesGreen #BasiGoDelivers

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    𝐑𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐨 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐜 𝐒𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐨 𝐆𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜!    In celebration of #WorldSustainableTransportDay, we proudly flagged off 𝐭𝐰𝐨 electric buses for 𝐑𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐨 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐜, now the first Sacco in Kajiado County to embrace electric mobility. This bold move represents a growing trust in electric vehicles among Kenya's transport operators. Beyond reducing emissions, Rembo Classic is driving change by cutting operational costs and creating green jobs in the transportation sector. Congratulations to the visionary leaders at Rembo Classic Sacco for championing sustainable public transport in Kenya! These electric buses will ply the following routes: 𝐊𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐥𝐚 - 𝐂𝐁𝐃 - 𝐔𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐇𝐢𝐥𝐥 - 𝐖𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐰𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐀𝐭𝐡𝐢 𝐑𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫 - 𝐔𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐇𝐢𝐥𝐥 - 𝐖𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐤𝐢 - 𝐂𝐁𝐃 - 𝐔𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐇𝐢𝐥𝐥 - 𝐖𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬 If you travel along these routes, keep an eye out! Together, we’re paving the way for greener, cleaner, and better public transport for all. #Roadto1000 #RemboClassicGoesGreen #BasiGoDelivers

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Funding

BasiGo 13 total rounds

Last Round

Series A

US$ 24.0M

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