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February 7, 2026
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What the new green number plates for electric vehicles mean

What the new green number plates for electric vehicles mean

Officials have cautioned motorists not to confuse the new plates with the older green “KD” (Kenya Dealer) plates, which are reserved exclusively for vehicle dealers...

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Kenya has launched new green number plates exclusively for electric vehicles (EVs), a move aimed at promoting clean mobility and reducing carbon emissions. Unveiled by Transport Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir, these plates are a significant step in the country's push towards a sustainable transport future.

  • 24,754: The number of EVs in Kenya as of 2025, a significant increase from 796 in 2022.
  • Davis Chirchir: The Transport Cabinet Secretary who launched the new plates and represented President William Ruto.
  • The green plates cost Sh3,000 for replacement and feature unique security elements, including a distinctive green background, reflective properties, anti-counterfeit measures, and integration with the NTSA central database for improved tracking and enforcement.

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