BMW bets big on Africa’s green hydrogen industry with SA fuel cell test vehicle
BMW has claimed its place as the breakout star in Africa's race for commercial hydrogen mobility with the unveiling of a hydrogen fuel cell vehicle in South Africa. In a shot in the arm for Africa's fledgling green hydrogen industry, the automaker chose Southern Africa for the test drive of its BMW iX5 Hydrogen. The continent has been seeking to leverage its renewable energy potential alongside key minerals like platinum in a bid to lead what is fast becoming a global industry. Recent announcements of major investments in green hydrogen, including a hydrogen export port at Boegoebaai in South Africa…