E-mobility expert to follow on LinkedIn 

Do you love climate solutions, mobility innovation, and economic empowerment? Then you’re in for a treat!

Meet Celeste Tchetgen Vogel, our must-follow LinkedIn professional of the week! As the powerhouse managing director of eWAKA Mobility Limited, Celeste is steering Africa’s transition to eco-friendly transport. Her startup is shaking up last-mile logistics with electric bicycles and motorcycles (e-bikes and e-bodas), helping riders cut costs while tackling the continent’s climate challenges.

With a background as a legal executive and expertise in strategic analysis and regulatory compliance, Celeste has been instrumental in eWAKA’s growth. But she’s not just about boardrooms and strategy, she’s a changemaker, mentor, and fierce advocate for women’s empowerment.

Her LinkedIn is a goldmine for anyone passionate about sustainable mobility, innovation, and impact-driven partnerships. She takes you behind the scenes of global forums, shares powerful industry insights, and spotlights collaborations that are driving real change, from accessible financing models to smart fleet management solutions.

Celeste’s journey, from championing women’s careers to revolutionising Africa’s e-mobility landscape, is nothing short of inspiring. If you’re looking for fresh perspectives, game-changing ideas, and a front-row seat to Africa’s sustainable transport evolution, follow her today!

Funding opportunities in the e-mobility sector

Are you passionate about being part of the change in Africa’s green economy? The e-mobility sector is buzzing with opportunities to support innovation, research, and business growth. Whether you're developing cutting-edge technologies, scaling sustainable solutions, or pursuing academic research, these funding and partnership opportunities could be your next big step:

• The African Climate Foundation │ Call for Proposals: Advancing Electric Mobility in Africa.

• Bayer Foundation Fellowships 2025 for Masters, Ph.D., and Medical Students (Up to €10,000).

• P4G │ Call for Partnership Applications for partnerships working on zero-emission mobility and renewable energy.

• The uYilo e-Mobility Programme invites proposals to the uYilo “Kick Start” fund for electric mobility (e-Mobility)-related product or service development.

• uYilo Electric Mobility Programme │ Acceleration Programme for Electric Mobility Technologies.