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A mechanic from a local car repair shop seen testing the electric system at the front of a customer's car in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Thursday, Oct. 3, 2024. (AP Photo)
Samson Berhane, an economist based in Addis Ababa, said the sudden flood of EVs into the country makes it difficult for owners to find charging stations. But, he believes Ethiopia can provide enough electricity for EVs within the next 10 years while meeting its industrial goals. Some Ethiopians are already giving up on electric vehicles.
Electrical vehicles for sale parked at a car yard in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia on Thursday, Oct. 3, 2024. (AP Photo) Repair services For now, many in Addis Ababa, a city of more than 5 million people, think the country is not ready to provide enough charging stations and repair services.
Ethiopia banned the importing of non-electric vehicles earlier this year. Now, owners of EVs are worried about availability of charging stations and repairs. Some are going back to using gas-powered vehicles.