Nairobi, April 3 -- Swedish-Kenyan electric mobility firm Roam has inked a deal with Mogo to finance its Air motorcycle in a bid to accelerate the adoption of e-bikes in the country.

The partnership is set to support boda boda riders' access to the Roam Air motorcycle through various financing options from Mogo, an asset financier in East Africa.

"We're thrilled to partner with Mogo to tap into the expanding market of boda boda riders eager to transition to electric motorcycles amidst soaring petrol prices," said Mikael Gange, co-founder of Roam.

Under the deal, the e-bike customers will be required to make a deposit of Sh25,000 and then pay Sh707 daily for the next 24 months. Alternatively, they can make a deposit and Sh820 daily for ...