Press Releases & News

Siemens Stiftung and its social enterprise WE! Hub Victoria Ltd are publishing a report on business model tests carried out on leasing models for electric motorcycles.

A new project run by Impact Hub Accra and Siemens Stiftung is embedding climate-friendly e-mobility solutions systematically in two Ghanaian regions – Accra and Tamale – while creating sustainable jobs and training placements.

In Siemens Stiftung's first competition in the field of electric mobility, five African social enterprises will receive prize money ranging from €10,000 to €50,000 in order to further develop their products, expand their services and establish them on the market.

Siemens Stiftung is launching its first open, competitive E-Mobility Innovation Call “Electric Mobility Made in Africa for Africa,” which emphasizes innovative technical solutions and circular economy approaches. The pre-seed funding is intended to jump start visionary African entrepreneurs, start-ups, and social ventures

The study “Environmental Impact of E-Mobility in the Lake Victoria Region” reports on the environmental advantages of implementing e-mobility in the Lake Victoria region. The largest benefit is the potential for reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

Findings from a new Siemens Stiftung study show that social enterprises play an important role in the African labor market. Up to one million new jobs could be created by 2030.

“E-Mobility Solutions for Rural Sub-Saharan Africa” provides insights into the immense potential of Africa’s electric mobility sector for sustainable societal end economic development.

The report, “How Digital Solutions May Enhance Social Financing,” provides analysis and expert commentary on the current financing situation for social enterprises in addition to potential digital solutions.

The theme for this year’s World Water Day is “water and climate change.” A rundown of our efforts in this area to drive sustainable development around the world.

The international consortium “Partnering for Green Growth and the Global Goals 2030” (P4G) supports Siemens Stiftung and its partners in implementing electric mobility with startup collaborations in Sub-Saharan Africa.