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Story summary
- Ethiopia banned imports of gasoline and diesel vehicles, announced by Alemu Sime in early 2024.
- Addis Ababa runs 100 electric buses introduced in 2025, serving thousands daily.
- By April 2026, over 100,000 of Ethiopia’s 1.2 million vehicles were electric, supporting a government aim of 500,000 EVs by 2030.
- Renewable hydropower supplies over 96 % of Ethiopia’s electricity, while roughly 500 charging stations in Addis Ababa have spurred new stations and pricing apps.
