AVA will distribute, assemble and service Tembo’s electric utility vehicles across Kenya, Tanzania and the wider East African region, strengthening Tembo’s presence through local assembly, sales and a robust service network. Backed by AVA’s partnerships with leading global OEMs and its IATF 16949-certified operations, the collaboration unlocks access to a 500-million-person market. As part of the expansion, Tembo will establish a Kenya office and a mobile technical support network to drive regional growth.
The arrangement highlights Tembo’s goal of creating long-lasting, locally anchored partnerships and is a major turning point in the company’s global electrification rollout. Tembo’s electric mobility and energy solutions will have a strong local base for deployment and long-term support thanks to AVA’s vast experience assembling cars for top OEMs, such as Toyota, Fuso, Hino, Mahindra, Scania, Tata, Volvo, and Daewoo.
Tembo and AVA will provide on-site assembly, installation, and maintenance services through this partnership, guaranteeing that clients throughout East Africa receive dependable local assistance. In order to improve regional competence in electric vehicle assembly, servicing, and energy integration, Tembo will also collaborate closely with AVA to upskill local technicians and engineers.
Matt Lloyd, Managing Director of AVA, said: “We are excited to partner with Tembo at such a pivotal moment for Kenya’s transition to electric mobility. The country is taking a bold, forward-looking approach to EV adoption, and Tembo’s portfolio of products aligns perfectly with our vision. It was a pleasure hosting the Tembo team at our Mombasa facility, and with their continued support, we’re confident this partnership will deliver significant benefits for AVA, our customers, and the local economy.”
Kevin Chin, Executive Chairman of VivoPower, said: “We are proud to formalize this definitive partnership with AVA, an institution that has set the benchmark for quality and credibility in East Africa’s automotive industry. This binding agreement is part of our broader strategy to forge long-term alliances with trusted regional leaders who share our vision for electrification and energy transition. Together, Tembo and AVA will drive tangible decarbonisation across vital industries while supporting sustainable economic growth.”
