Xiaomi to build its first EV factory in Africa

November 10, 2025

Source: Xiaomi

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Chinese phone maker Xiaomi is set to begin manufacturing EVs in Egypt, according to Islam Adel, the company’s factory manager in the country. This will mark Xiaomi’s first EV plant in Africa, although its SU7 and YU7 models are already being sold through dealerships. The factory, located in the Ain Sokhna area, will also produce other Xiaomi electronics.

  • Xiaomi is the latest Chinese phone company that has ventured into Africa’s EV sector. Transsion, the company behind popular phones like Tecno and Infinix, is racing to conquer the electric motorcycle market through its EV subsidiary TankVolt.  

  • Most Chinese companies in Africa focus on assembling their EVs rather than full-scale manufacturing, largely due to the high costs involved. This is further hindered by a shortage of skilled talent in the manufacturing sector.

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