Transport Cabinet Secretary, Kipchumba Murkomen, has unveiled plans for green-coloured number plates designated for owners of electric vehicles (EVs) and electric motorcycles.
The announcement came during the launch of the e-mobility policy at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) on March 27.
Murkomen emphasized that these green number plates would facilitate the easy identification of electric vehicles and motorcycles on the roads.
Additionally, he stated that current owners with different shades of green number plates would need to apply for the new ones.
Traditionally, green plates have been used by vehicles belonging to county enforcement officers, commonly referred to as "kanjos."
The initiative aims to promote the adoption of electric vehicles in Kenya.
Murkomen highlighted plans for further incentives to encourage the use of environmentally friendly technology, including discussions with governors to prioritize cheaper parking spaces for electric vehicles.
The CS confirmed that the rollout of the green number plates would commence once all necessary documents were officially signed.
He also mentioned plans to install charging systems at the ministry headquarters to spearhead the uptake of electric vehicles.
This infrastructure could potentially extend to other government ministries in the future.
Government data suggests there are nearly 3,000 registered electric vehicles in Kenya, indicating a growing interest in environmentally sustainable transportation options.
