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27/08/2026

Driving the future of South African electric mobility together. ⚡🇿🇦

We are proud to officially announce the appointment of Marcia Mayaba to the Zimi Board of Directors!

Having already had the pleasure of working alongside Marcia, we’ve experienced firsthand the strategic depth, collaborative energy, and passion she brings to our mission.

Marcia is a trailblazer in the South African automotive landscape. With nearly three decades of executive leadership, her background spans dealer network operations, franchise management, strategic growth, and industry transformation:

Executive Leadership & Operations: Former CEO and Managing Director roles across major retail and OEM networks, bringing extensive experience in governance, operational scale, and commercial strategy.

Industry Transformation Advocate: A pioneer for diversity, equity, and inclusion in automotive, dedicated to building sustainable pathways for the next generation of local talent.

Strategic Growth: Proven track record in steering complex automotive businesses through market shifts, expertise that is invaluable as Zimi expands its EV charging infrastructure and fleet transition management.

Her background in traditional automotive combined with a forward-looking focus on new energy vehicles aligns with our commitment to making zero-emission transport accessible across South Africa.

Check out the graphic above to read Marcia’s full statement and welcome message from our CEO, Michael Maas. ➡️

Please join us in giving Marcia Mayaba a warm welcome in the comments! 👇

18/08/2026

Driving South Africa’s Energy Transition: Zimi x Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) ⚡️🇿🇦

Decarbonizing South Africa’s transport sector isn't just an environmental necessity, it's a critical step toward long-term energy security and economic resilience.

In this discussion, Michael Maas (CEO & Founder of Zimi ) sits down with Dr. Phindile Masangane (Group Executive of Programmes at the Development bank of Southern Africa) to discuss the pivotal R50M investment into Zimi and why now is the time to accelerate the EV shift.

Key Insights:
🔹 Decarbonizing Transport: Addressing South Africa’s high-carbon economy and reliance on imported fuel.
🔹 De-risking Innovation: How development finance unlocks infrastructure for early-stage, high-impact businesses.
🔹 Turnkey EV Adoption: Moving fleets seamlessly from Diesel to Electric with zero operational downtime.

At Zimi, we are making EVs possible by building the end-to-end ecosystem commercial fleets need to thrive.

Watch the full conversation to learn how we are laying the foundation for a sustainable transport future.

👉 Read more: https://zurl.co/LQ3Bg

18/08/2026

We are thrilled to highlight our strategic partnership with the Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA). Together, we are de-risking the shift to electric transport and giving commercial fleets the freedom, simplicity, and savings needed to hit net-zero targets instantly.

From vehicles and charging infrastructure to real-time energy data—we handle the complexity so you can focus on your routes.

Check out our latest feature in Logistics News to see how we're making electric fleets a reality today:
👉 https://zurl.co/5cVS5

Ready to transition your fleet? Stay in the game! Switch to EVs with Zimi. 🚛🔌

Reminder: The EV Fleet Blueprint — Engineering Your Custom EV Roadmap 🚚⚡In a few weeks, corporate decision-makers and in...
12/08/2026

Reminder: The EV Fleet Blueprint — Engineering Your Custom EV Roadmap 🚚⚡

In a few weeks, corporate decision-makers and industry specialists will gather to discuss the practical realities of commercial fleet electrification in South Africa. This session offers actionable insights to help shape a cleaner, more efficient future for your fleet.

Transitioning your logistics operations to electric doesn't need to be a high-risk undertaking. Early commercial deployments are already demonstrating operational running cost savings. This interactive masterclass will provide the practical knowledge needed to drive a meaningful transition , without disrupting your routes or your balance sheet.

Join Climate Group EV100 and Zimi on Thursday, 20 August at 10:30 SAST for:

The EV Fleet Blueprint: Engineering Your Custom EV Roadmap

Our panel : Gary Scott, Thyla-Jay Quickfall, and Michael Maas, will cover:

🚚 Vehicle Sourcing & Solutions Engineering
Evaluating multi-brand commercial EVs, from last-mile vans to 4-tonne trucks, tailored to your duty cycles.

☀️ The South African Infrastructure Reality
Navigating municipal downtime and load shedding through custom depot solar and energy storage solutions.

🛡️ Risk, Financing & Institutional Validation
De-risking your balance sheet through Full Maintenance Lease (FML) structures covering servicing, battery performance, and maintenance at a fixed rate.

🎟️ Secure your spot: https://zurl.co/VNfbE

💬 We'd also like to hear from you: share your organisation's routing priorities via our brief Corporate Needs Assessment Survey: https://zurl.co/PwLgb

Go electric with Zimi.
Making EVs possible.

07/08/2026

Pushing boundaries together for a greener SA! 🇿🇦⚡

We had an incredible time at The The Open Letter event! A big shoutout and thank you to the team for including Zimi in such meaningful conversations. 🎬🙌

Our CEO, Michael Maas, joined the panel discussion to share how we are simplifying the shift to electric fleets. We also heard from Jamaine Chiwaye at Capitec Business, who spoke about why Capitec invested in the event to back local, fast-growing tech companies.

Much like the spirit of this event, we see the immense potential in South African businesses. We are completely locked into making EVs possible, standing side-by-side with our clients from start to finish to ensure real, lasting cost savings.

We’d love to invite you to join us on this journey toward a greener South Africa while dramatically future-proofing your fleet and lowering your cost per kilometre.

Stay in the game! Switch to EVs with Zimi

06/08/2026

Take a well-deserved breather and discover the future of commercial fleet transport. ☕

In a few weeks, corporate leadership and industry experts are gathering to unpack the practical realities of commercial fleet electrification in South Africa. Why not step away from your daily desk routine, enjoy a quick break, and gain actionable insights to help shape a cleaner, more efficient future for your fleet?

Switching your logistics operations to electric shouldn't feel like a high-risk gamble or a mountain of technical headaches. Early commercial deployments are already demonstrating up to 30% in operational running cost savings. This interactive session will give you the clear knowledge needed to drive a meaningful transition, without disrupting your routes or balance sheet.

Join EV100 and Zimi Charge on Thursday, 20th August at 10:30 SAST for our exclusive masterclass: The EV Fleet Blueprint - Engineering your Custom EV Roadmap What our panel will cover:

Segment 1 - The Vehicle Showdown, Sourcing & The Solutions Engineer : Evaluating multi-brand commercial EVs (from last-mile vans to 4-tonne trucks) tailored specifically to your duty cycles.

Segment 2 - Overcoming the "South African Reality" & Infrastructure : Bypassing municipal downtime and load shedding through custom depot solar networks and energy storage.

Segment 3 - Risk, Financing, and Institutional Validation: De-risking your balance sheet through Full Maintenance Lease (FML) structures that handle servicing, battery performance, and maintenance at a fixed rate.

🎟️ Secure your spot: https://zurl.co/CeZGw
💬 Have your say: Help shape our upcoming initiatives and share your organisation's unique routing priorities by completing our brief Corporate Needs Assessment Survey: https://zurl.co/fAmfI

Stay in the game. Switch to EVs with Zimi. Making EVs possible.

Behind every smooth transition is a strong foundation and a clear vision. 🚚⚡ Following our latest board meeting, we are...
05/08/2026

Behind every smooth transition is a strong foundation and a clear vision. 🚚⚡

Following our latest board meeting, we are proud to introduce the active board members and institutional partners helping drive Zimi’s growth:

⚡ Gary Scott & Marcia Mayaba: Recognized champions in the motor vehicle space, bringing unmatched automotive strategy, operational scale, and commercial leadership to our team.

⚡ Abby Stern & Gilbert Anyetei: Representing our valued investor relationships with Anza and Holocene, whose strategic backing accelerates our growth trajectory.

Zimi is backed by forward-thinking investors and an active board who are deeply invested in the work currently underway, from scaling our all-in-one commercial EV ecosystem to delivering integrated vehicle, charging, and software deployments. With robust corporate governance and deep sector expertise, our board ensures we continue to unlock maximum commercial value for our customers as we redefine commercial fleet logistics.

Ready to see what’s possible? Let’s grab a coffee. ☕⚡
Connect with our team to explore how we can de-risk your deployment and turn your fleet into a profit centre. Stay in the game.
https://zurl.co/yR3v3

04/08/2026

We carry the depreciation. You carry the cargo. 🚚⚡

Watch Zimi CEO Michael Maas and BLS Managing Director John Loxton discuss how our strategic partnership with Boutique Leasing Solutions (BLS) is removing the friction from commercial EV adoption.

By merging Zimi’s end-to-end EV implementation expertise (vehicles, depot charging infrastructure, and smart energy software) with BLS’s specialised leasing structures, we are making commercial fleet electrification a plug-and-play move.

What this partnership delivers to your fleet:
Zero Upfront CAPEX: Replace heavy capital layout with predictable, fixed-cost operational leasing.

Zero Residual Risk: We absorb battery depreciation and resale uncertainty so you can operate with absolute peace of mind.

Savings from Day 1: Reduce running costs by up to 30% per kilometre compared to diesel.

Radical Simplicity: One partner, one platform, we handle the operational custody of the hardware, energy, and telemetry so you can focus on your routes. Corporate transit, optimised for profit.

Stay in the game. Switch to EVs with Zimi & BLS.
👉 Book a consultation now: https://zurl.co/FAdMD

03/08/2026

Exciting news for South African fleets! 🚚⚡ We are thrilled to announce our landmark strategic partnership with Boutique Leasing Solutions (BLS)! 🚚⚡ BLS is a leading South African fleet management and leasing service provider specializing in fleet cost optimization and innovative end-to-end leasing solutions for both the corporate and public sectors. A huge thank you to John Loxton and the entire BLS team for collaborating with us to simplify a complex infrastructure transition into a seamless plug-and-play solution. This partnership reduces upfront capital expenditures by combining Zimi’s expertise in end-to-end electric vehicle (EV) implementation with BLS’s specialized fleet leasing structures. We are replacing traditional purchasing methods with Full Maintenance Leases (FMLs) and Operating Leases (OPLs). As a result, companies can transition their commercial fleets from diesel to electric while preserving essential working capital for core operations. John Loxton, Managing Director of BLS, stated, "Transitioning to a greener future requires partners with proven operational excellence. Zimi's depth of expertise provides an optimized EV energy management solution that complements our commitment to efficient fleet operations." South African fleet operators no longer have to choose between environmental responsibility and financial sustainability. This is corporate transit optimized for profitability. Stay competitive. Switch to EVs with Zimi! 👉 Book a consultation now: https://zurl.co/ewA2B

24/07/2026

Take a well-deserved breather and discover the future of fleet transport. ☕⚡

In just a few days, corporate leadership and industry experts are gathering to unpack the EV transition in South Africa. Why not step away from your daily desk routine, enjoy a quick break, and gain practical insights to help shape a cleaner, more efficient future for your fleet? Early deployments are already proving 30% to 70% in operational savings. This exclusive session will give you the actionable knowledge needed to drive meaningful shift without the logistical headache.

Join EV100 and ZimiCharge on Thursday, 30th July at 10:30 for our exclusive webinar:
Accelerating EV Adoption in South Africa: Corporate Leadership, Market Readiness and Enabling Conditions.

💡 What we will cover:

Policy & Market Landscape: Global insights and local realities with the ICCT.

Corporate Leadership: Why business demand is the ultimate signal for market investment.

Strategic Partnership: How EV100 and ZimiCharge are teaming up to provide practical support for fleet electrification.

Infrastructure & Innovation: Addressing grid readiness, charging logistics, and what’s next.

Secure your spot: Register for the webinar here ➡️ https://zurl.co/AAZdK

Have your say: Help shape our upcoming initiatives and tell us about your organisation's challenges by completing our Corporate Needs Assessment Survey ➡️ https://zurl.co/5XafD

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