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Chinese automaker Chery Automobile Company has announced plans to establish a manufacturing facility in Uganda, marking a big step in the country's electric vehicle (EV) industry.
The company, valued at $70 billion, has sold over 2.6 million vehicles globally and ranks as the fourth-largest automobile manufacturer in China.
Chery's Vice Chairman and Board Secretary, Zhang Guozhong, met with Uganda's Prime Minister, Robinah Nabbanja, to discuss the venture.
The proposed plant aims to assemble electric cars, buses, cable railways, car chargers, and solar panels, contributing to Uganda's growing EV sector.
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Uganda's Growing Electric Vehicle Infrastructure
Uganda is making strides in developing its electric vehicle infrastructure.
In March 2025, the government launched its first public EV charging station at Amber House in Kampala.
The Ministry of Energy plans to pilot ten EV charging stations within the Kampala Metropolitan area.
Additionally, the government has waived stamp duty tax for companies involved in manufacturing electric vehicles, batteries, and related components, provided they employ at least 80% Ugandan nationals.
Strategic Location for Regional Market Access
Prime Minister Nabbanja highlighted Uganda's strategic position as a gateway to the East African market, the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA), and the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). She assured Chery of Uganda's commitment to ensuring a secure environment for investment, emphasizing the country's peace and security.
This initiative aligns with Uganda's National Development Plan IV, aiming to position the country as a net source of e-mobility solutions in Africa.