Imported tuk tuks being transported from Mombasa to upcountry, on March 21, 2024. [File, Standard] Each night, wind turbines spin across the Rift Valley, geothermal wells bubble beneath Naivasha, and hydro stations hum—producing about 3,000 megawatts of electricity. But, with most of the country asleep, that energy goes unused. Under long-term take-or-pay contracts, we still pay for it. That idle power tells a bigger story. It is not just about electricity; it is about missed opportunities. One of the most innovative ways to seize this opportunity is by rethinking the future of mobility. Across Kenya, boda boda and tuk tuks…