The collaboration brings together solar-powered refrigeration and electric motorcycles to enable cleaner, more cost-effective food transportation.

Roam specializes in electric transport solutions for African markets, while Keep It Cool operates a smart cold-chain system known as Markiti.

The new delivery network starts with the integration of five Roam Air electric motorcycles into Keep It Cool’s logistics operations.

Currently, this system delivers over 250,000 kilograms of fresh produce weekly to 4,000 businesses in major urban centers across Kenya.

The Roam Air motorcycle is capable of transporting loads of up to 240 kilograms.

It also offers a significant cost advantage, lowering operating expenses by as much as 75% compared to traditional petrol-powered motorcycles.

This makes it a suitable option for delivery companies looking to reduce both expenses and environmental impact.

“This collaboration is a practical example of how clean energy can support local supply chains and reduce carbon emissions,” said Roam sales executive Elijah Gakomo. “We’re showing that logistics in Africa can be both sustainable and locally driven.”

Abigail Gichigi, Operations Director at Keep It Cool, highlighted that their cold storage infrastructure already helps save nearly 400 tonnes of fish each year—products that might otherwise go to waste.

She noted that the adoption of electric transport will enhance their ability to provide safe and affordable food to a larger population.

“Our aim is to scale up food distribution while remaining environmentally conscious. Working with Roam allows us to do just that, benefiting both people and the planet,” Gichigi said.

The new initiative marks a step forward in integrating green technology into Africa’s food supply systems, addressing both sustainability and efficiency challenges.