What does this research mean for the field?

Developing electric vehicle charging stations in Nairobi's informal settlements could lead to significant economic benefits and social impacts. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.NOVEL_FINDING. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.ESTABLISHES_NEW_DIRECTION.

What question did this study set out to answer?

This work aims to propose a theoretical model for understanding the economic and social impacts of electric vehicle charging stations in Nairobi's informal settlements.

February 28, 2026Open Access

Economic Empowerment Through Electric Vehicle Charging Stations in Nairobi's Informal Settlements: A Theoretical Framework

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This work aims to propose a theoretical model for understanding the economic and social impacts of electric vehicle charging stations in Nairobi's informal settlements.
Developed a theoretical model to predict potential benefits of EV infrastructure
Outlined the empirical specification for social and economic analysis
Suggested future validation through pilot projects
Predicted economic benefits linked to EV infrastructure development
Identified potential social impacts stemming from improved access to charging stations
Highlighted the importance of socio-economic data for future analysis

Abstract

Nairobi's informal settlements face significant infrastructure challenges, particularly in energy access for electric vehicle (EV) charging stations. Not applicable as this is a theoretical framework article. A robust theoretical model predicts the potential economic benefits and social impacts of EV infrastructure development in informal settlements. Future research should validate these predictions through pilot projects and further analysis of socio-economic data. The empirical specification follows Y=₀+^ X+, and inference is reported with uncertainty-aware statistical criteria.

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Kibet Ngugi

Odinga Makokoli

Wamunyankoponyo Orwa

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Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization

Technical University of Kenya

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