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Government introduces green number plates for electric vehicles

Transport Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen on Wednesday said during the launch of the draft e-mobility policy at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) that the distinctive number plates will be issued to drivers of electric vehicles and motorcycles. 

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What you need to know:

  • Move will necessitate a change for vehicles currently sporting green plates, primarily used by county enforcement officers.
  • Nearly 3,000 electric vehicles are registered in the country.

The Government has introduced special green number plates for electric vehicles (EVs).

Transport Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen on Wednesday said during the launch of the draft e-mobility policy at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) that the distinctive number plates will be issued to drivers of electric vehicles and motorcycles, marking a significant step in Kenya's journey towards sustainable transport.