The Motorists Association of Kenya (MAK) is demanding answers from the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) regarding a significant shortage of vehicle number plates.

• A backlog of over 70,000 number plates, including 51,000 for motorcycles, 7,000 for new cars, and 750 for tuk-tuks, has accumulated.
• MAK is questioning the lack of funds at NTSA despite motorists paying plate fees upfront and importers paying substantial excise duty.
• The shortage is reportedly due to delayed funding from the National Treasury, impacting suppliers and halting production.
• This crisis is causing financial losses, stalling vehicle financing, and stranding imported vehicles at the Port of Mombasa.