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Ampersand Energy

Electric motorcycles and battery-swapping infrastructure for East Africa

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Ampersand builds and finances electric motorcycles and operates battery-swap infrastructure for commercial riders in Rwanda and Kenya. It reported $21.5M raised across equity and debt in the 12 months to August 2024.

Facts about Ampersand Energy

Company type
MobilityCleantech
Funding stage
Series A
Founded
2016
Founders
Josh Whale
Headquarters
Kigali, Rwanda
Markets
🇷🇼Rwanda🇰🇪Kenya
Total disclosed funding
$21.5M raised in 12 months to Aug 2024 (equity + debt)
Valuation
Undisclosed

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