Rwanda to begin local assembly of electric vehicles Premium

Rwanda has taken another step toward expanding its electric mobility and automotive manufacturing sector after the Cabinet approved a strategic investment agreement between the Government of Rwanda and Chery Holding Rwanda Ltd for the establishment of an electric vehicle (EV) assembly plant. The agreement was approved during a Cabinet meeting held at Village Urugwiro on September 18, 2026, chaired by President Paul Kagame. The decision formally advances plans that have