Country appendix - fleet-first, mixed AC+DC strategy (non-legal)

This appendix supports the same core premise as the main plan: a telecom-style "leapfrog" rollout, using containerized solar + storage and cellular connectivity to bypass slow grid prerequisites and scale by repetition.

Senegal (recommended pilot anchor)

Why Senegal first: - Dakar cluster supports high utilization with low travel time. - Strong mobile money ecosystem for QR-first payments.

Recommended site sequence: 1) Fleet depots in Dakar area (controlled access) 2) Municipal hubs (visibility and potential co-funding) 3) Select corridor fuel stations only after playbook proven

Notes: - Design fleet billing from day 1. - Add “light EV” ports for e-motorbikes/3-wheelers as adoption grows.

Mauritania

• Start with Nouakchott depot(s) due to logistics and controlled operations.
• Corridor economics can be strong, but CAPEX and travel OPEX are higher.

Mali

• Security varies; prioritize secure fleet compounds and institutional partners.
• Fleet-first is the lowest-risk go-to-market.

Western Sahara

• Treat as partnership-led expansion; confirm permitting, import routes, and operational authority.

Cabo Verde

• Island logistics: plan spares, shipping lanes, and on-island maintenance coverage.
• Distances are shorter; focus on:
• municipal hubs
• fleet depots (taxis, delivery, government)
• tourism/rental car hubs (card acceptance may matter more)
• Start with one island cluster (e.g., Praia area) and replicate.

Neighboring nations (expansion checklist)

• Import duties + VAT + customs process
• Mobile money availability and fees
• Road security and service travel times
• EV/PHEV import channels and fleet anchor candidates
• Local installer and security partner availability
• For islands: spares staging and shipping lead times