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Roam Electric
Transportation · Nairobi, Kenya · Founded 2017
Formerly Opibus. All-electric conversion kits for fleet vehicles such as light trucks, public transport and buses, as well as electric motorcycles and energy systems MoreLess
Roam Electric is at the forefront of the electric mobility revolution, specializing in the design and manufacture of cutting-edge electric motorcycles and scooters. Committed to transforming urban transportation, Roam Electric focuses on delivering eco-friendly, efficient, and stylish alternatives to traditional fossil fuel-powered vehicles.
The company’s electric scooters and motorcycles are engineered to offer a blend of high performance and sustainability, catering to a range of urban and suburban needs. Roam Electric integrates advanced technology to ensure that its products provide a smooth, reliable, and cost-effective transportation solution.
With a strong emphasis on reducing environmental impact and enhancing the user experience, Roam Electric aims to lead the shift towards cleaner, smarter mobility solutions. Their innovative approach not only supports the global push for sustainability but also meets the growing demand for efficient and modern urban transportation options.
Company overview
Roam Electric company information
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- Status
- Operational
- Founded
- 2017
- Headquarters
- Nairobi, Kenya
- Employees
- 185
- Open positions
- None listed
- Dealroom signal
- 71.6
Valuation & funding
Roam Electric funding history
Company financing events and reported valuations.
| Deal type | Date | Amount | Valuation | Investors | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LATE VC✓Equity / VC | Jan 2026 | $234K | $70M | Crowdcube | ↗ |
| SERIES A✓Equity / VC | Feb 2024 | $14M | $56M | TES Ventures · Equator · Renew Capital · The World We Want | ↗ |
| DEBT✓Debt | Feb 2024 | $10M | — | U.S. International Development Finance Corporation | ↗ |
| DEBT✓Debt | Oct 2022 | $300K | — | Lendahand | — |
| GRANT✓Other financing | Jul 2022 | $800K | — | DEG | — |
| GRANT✓Other financing | Nov 2021 | Factor[e] Ventures · At One Ventures · Ambo Ventures | — | ||
| SEED✓Equity / VC | Nov 2021 | Ambo Ventures · Factor[e] Ventures · At One Ventures | — |
Financials
Workforce over time
Available workforce history. Financial fields without reported data are omitted.
| Year | Employees |
|---|---|
| 2026 | 188 |
| 2025 | 182 |
| 2024 | 188 |
| 2023 | 180 |
| 2022 | 112 |
| 2021 | 62 |
| 2020 | 46 |
Growth signals
Roam Electric website traffic
Latest recorded traffic for Roam Electric is 17K monthly website visits, up 41.7% over the last three months. Roam Electric's team grew 1.6% over the past year.
Comparisons
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Talent graph
Roam Electric's talent
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Investors
16 investors on Roam Electric's cap table
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Global footprint
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Market sentiment
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