Five Electric Buses donated by China to strengthen Mauritius’ Green Public Transport Drive

A ceremony marking the signing of the handover certificate for five Higer electric buses and five charging piles donated by the Government of the People's Republic of China to the Republic of Mauritius was held, today, in Port Louis.

The event was attended by the Minister of Land Transport, Mr Mahomed Osman Cassam Mahomed, and the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the People’s Republic of China to the Republic of Mauritius, Dr Huang Shifang.

Speaking on the occasion, Minister Mahomed reaffirmed the Government's commitment to modernising the public transport sector and advancing sustainable mobility. He highlighted that the project, jointly financed by the Republic of Mauritius and the People’s Republic of China, constitutes an important milestone in the Mauritius' transition towards greener transportation. The initiative, he noted, forms part of broader efforts to reduce carbon emissions while improving the efficiency and quality of the public transport network.

The Minister pointed out that the five electric buses, which are now stationed at the National Transport Corporation's (NTC) Bonne Terre Depot, will contribute to the Corporation's strategy of operating a hybrid fleet comprising both electric and conventional buses. He also welcomed the technical support provided by the People’s Republic of China, including the installation of charging infrastructure and the training of 25 NTC personnel in the operation and maintenance of the vehicles.

Mr Mahomed further underscored that the project reflects the longstanding friendship and cooperation between Mauritius and the People’s Republic of China, as well as their shared commitment to sustainable development and environmental protection.

For her part, Ambassador Huang Shifang highlighted that the donation will support the electrification of Mauritius' public bus fleet and contribute to the country's transition towards cleaner, greener and more sustainable transportation. She expressed satisfaction that the five electric buses will officially enter service tomorrow, marking a new chapter in Mauritius' public transport modernisation efforts.

Recalling her country's previous donations of conventional buses in 2016 and 2018, she noted that the introduction of electric buses reflects the two nations shared commitment to promoting environmentally friendly and low-carbon transport solutions.

The Ambassador expressed hope that the project would pave the way for deeper collaboration between the two countries in promoting a sustainable future. She also reiterated her country's continued support for Mauritius, while reaffirming appreciation for the longstanding friendship shared by both nations.

18 June 2026

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Topics: Bilateral cooperation, Transport