As Morocco gears up to host the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, a massive fleet of brand-new buses is being rolled out to support public transportation throughout the tournament. Chinese manufacturer Yutong has delivered 723 vehicles—marking the largest order of China-made buses ever recorded on the African continent.
A formal handover ceremony was held on September 12 at Yutong’s electric bus production facility. The event, widely covered by Chinese media, brought together top executives from the company to celebrate the symbolic launch of the fleet.
Each bus is painted in Morocco’s national colors and engineered for a lifespan of up to 20 years or a total distance of two million kilometers. The manufacturer says these vehicles were tailor-made for Morocco’s varied geography, following in-depth site studies conducted by its teams. The designs take into account the extreme heat of the country’s southern regions, the coastal humidity, and the tight navigation required in congested urban centers. Among the upgrades is an independent front suspension system to improve maneuverability in city traffic.
This high-profile delivery is part of Yutong’s broader push to expand its international footprint. The company isn’t just supplying the hardware—it’s deploying over 100 technicians to Morocco for the duration of the tournament. Their role will be to provide hands-on training for local staff, offer continuous technical support, and handle vehicle maintenance in real time. This effort will be bolstered by a network of service stations already established across Africa.
Yutong has been active on the continent for about two decades and claims over 23,000 bus sales in the region. The company has previously supported major global events, including the G20 Summit, the FIFA World Cup in Qatar, and the Paris Olympics. This latest operation in Morocco not only enhances the country’s transport readiness for the CAN 2025 but also strengthens Yutong’s growing presence in Africa’s public transit sector.
