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EVITAL Fund brings people together to accelerate a fair, practical transition to electric freight. We shape policy, build coalitions and grow the ideas, skills and local industry that move freight forward.
01 OUR PURPOSE
Freight connects our economies and our communities. Its future should create opportunity for both.
The EV Innovation, Training and Localisation Fund (EVITAL Fund) is a registered South African non-profit company working towards an inclusive, evidence-led transition to electric freight in South Africa and across Africa.
We connect people, ideas and resources to support cleaner transport, sustainable livelihoods and local opportunity—helping shape the wider transition to electric mobility.
02 THE WORK THAT MOVES US
Good policy and strong partnerships are the foundations of a fair and practical electric-freight transition.
We develop and advocate for evidence-led approaches that respond to the needs of freight operators, workers, communities and industry.
Freight electrification cannot be delivered by one organisation alone. We bring diverse voices together to identify barriers, build shared positions and advocate for change.
Drivers, workers, women, young people and affected communities deserve a meaningful voice in the decisions that shape their future.
03 OUR FOCUS / E-FREIGHT
Electric freight means moving goods using electric vehicles, supported by the charging, energy and systems that make them work.
Talk to us about e-freightElectrification is about more than replacing a truck. Routes, loads, charging, access to energy, workforce readiness and the full cost of ownership all matter.
We use evidence and collaboration to help build practical, lower-risk pathways that work for operators, people and the environment.
FROM VISION TO ACTION
Connecting the power of freight buyers with a shared vision for South Africa's transition.
Clear demand, collaboration and credible measurement can support the shift to cleaner, electric freight.
Explore the frameworkEVITAL endorses a safer, smarter, lower-carbon, competitive and inclusive freight future for South Africa.
See the South African visionExplore the seven connected steps from a real freight use case to a financing plan—and see where the total cost of ownership fits.
04 WHAT WE DO
Innovation, training and localisation give the transition the tools to take root—and the people to carry it forward.
Support research and practical solutions suited to African freight routes, loads and operating conditions.
Build skills for electric-truck operations, maintenance, charging and high-voltage safety—for today’s and tomorrow’s workforce.
Strengthen local supply chains and inclusive enterprises so more people can take part in the electric-freight economy.
Grounded in a just transition. Our work connects freight readiness with opportunities for workers, local industry and communities, alongside responsible battery reuse and recycling.
05 OUR GOVERNANCE
EVITAL Fund is a registered South African non-profit company with a Level 1 BEE status.
OUR DIRECTORS
DIRECTOR
Abdool works at the intersection of electric freight, transport decarbonisation and logistics. His experience includes leading a heavy electric Volvo truck deployment in Africa and modelling the operational and financial feasibility of electric freight.
He developed an Electric Truck Action Plan for Ethiopia and a Green Corridor Transformation Plan for the Addis–Djibouti corridor, and has engaged industry, government and civil society on greener freight. He has supported operator and driver training and authored Road Freight Sustainability 4.0 and The Professional Truck Driver’s Handbook.
His engineering education at the University of the Witwatersrand spans engineering management, industrial engineering, and metallurgy and materials science.
DIRECTOR
Sabeeha brings an interdisciplinary educational background spanning commerce and medical sciences. Her interests include sustainable development, education, social impact and community empowerment.
She completed three years of Bachelor of Commerce studies at the University of Cape Town and pursued medical education at SSR Medical College in Mauritius and Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University in South Africa, reaching fifth-year level.
Her professional development interests include nonprofit governance, programme management, stakeholder engagement and financial oversight.
DIRECTOR
Mandisa brings experience in administrative support, client communication, legal research and document preparation, together with a long-term interest in environmental law.
She has undertaken Paralegal Studies at the University of Johannesburg, including coursework in legal research and documentation. Her background includes digital marketing support and virtual job simulations in criminal, human rights and commercial law.
She holds University of Johannesburg workplace certificates in Microsoft Word and Excel, and has experience handling client information confidentially.
06 GET INVOLVED
The transition needs every perspective. Join the conversation and help shape a fairer future for freight.
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