EXPLAINER: Why Military Vehicles Do Not Use Standard Civilian Number Plates

Military vehicles operate under the direct authority of the Ministry of Defence and the KDF and they are generally exempt from many civilian traffic laws...

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Military vehicles in Kenya, and globally, operate without standard civilian number plates primarily for operational security and tactical necessity, overriding regulations set by bodies like the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA). This practice prevents adversaries from tracking movements and gathering intelligence on sensitive operations or personnel.

Primary reason: Security and operational discretion, to protect sensitive equipment and personnel.
Organizations involved: Kenya Defence Forces (KDF), Ministry of Defence, National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA).
Key identification system: Internal registrations, such as KA for Kenya Army, KAF for Kenya Air Force, and KN for Kenya Navy, are painted directly onto the vehicle body in low-visibility colors for tactical camouflage and durability.

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