MarathonSpiro, Africa’s trailblazer in electric mobility, is proud to announce its role as a Major Partner for the 8th International Douala Marathon.
On November 29–30, 2025, over 3,000 athletes from across the globe will converge on Cameroon’s economic capital for one of the continent’s most anticipated sporting events.This year’s theme, “The Marathon at the Heart of Communities,” resonates deeply with Spiro’s mission to bridge social connection with environmental health through the transition to clean energy.—Innovation in Motion: Clean Energy on the TrackThis partnership isn’t just a logo on a banner—it’s a live look at the future of African transport.
At the Marathon Village, Spiro will offer attendees and officials a hands-on experience with its state-of-the-art electric motorcycles.By integrating sustainable technology into a high-endurance event, Spiro aims to prove that environmental stewardship and peak performance go hand-in-hand. This showcase invites the public to witness how reducing carbon emissions can be practical, affordable, and essential for urban health.
A Vision for a Greener CameroonFor Spiro, the marathon is the perfect stage to celebrate human resilience and technological durability. Alain Guy-Etoundi, Head of Spiro Cameroon, highlights the synergy between the two: “The Douala Marathon embodies the transformative energy of sport—a force that unites people and inspires healthier living. This platform allows us to celebrate endurance while championing the innovation necessary to ensure a cleaner, more sustainable environment for Cameroon.”By deploying locally manufactured e-vehicles supported by the continent’s most robust battery-swap network, Spiro is actively helping Cameroonians trade fossil fuels for a cleaner way to move.
Spiro by the Numbers: Driving the Continent ForwardAs the operator of Africa’s largest electric mobility ecosystem, Spiro is present in eight nations, replacing polluting combustion engines with accessible, high-tech alternatives.
The Spiro Impact Today: 65,000+ electric motorcycles on the road. 25 million+ battery swaps completed. 1,555+ swap stations deployed. 500 million+ km of carbon-free travel achieved.Spiro is the largest electric mobility operator in Africa and runs the continent’s most extensive network of battery swap stations, operating across eight countries.
The company’s ambition is to transform African economies by replacing costly, fossil fuel-dependent transport with affordable, accessible electric mobility solutions that are manufactured locally in Africa, by Africans, for Africa and the rest of the world.To date, Spiro has already facilitated over half a billion kilometers traveled without $\text{CO}_2$ emissions, completed more than 25 million battery swaps, and deployed over 1,555 swap stations, with more than 65,000 motorcycles currently in circulation.
Spiro remains firmly dedicated to providing local, reliable, and scalable electric mobility solutions tailored to African realities.
