Kenya has launched the National Electric Mobility Policy, a strategy to transition the country's transport sector away from fossil fuels toward a more sustainable, electric future.
The policy launched on Tuesday marks a major milestone in Kenya’s transition towards clean, sustainable, and innovative transport solutions.
It provides a framework to guide the adoption of electric mobility, promote local innovation, reduce carbon emissions, and enhance energy efficiency across the transport sector.
According to Kenya’s Ministry of Transport, the policy will be implemented through the establishment of a steering committee chaired by the minister for Roads and Transport, with representation from the Energy Ministry, county governments and development partners.
This, the government hopes, will help boost the sector’s growth and cut down the need for imported fuel.
"Through this policy, the government sets out a clear framework for promoting the adoption of electric mobility technologies, building necessary infrastructure, and fostering innovation and investment in the sector," Davis Chirchir, minister of roads and transport, said.
The National Electric Mobility Policy sets a target for electric vehicles to make up at least 5%of newly registered vehicles by 2025, with a long-term goal of full electrification and net-zero emissions by 2050.
Another key pillar of the policy is the rapid expansion of charging infrastructure. The government has directed that all new commercial developments allocate at least 5% of their parking spaces for EV charging.
Furthermore, to lower operational costs, the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority has introduced a specialised e-mobility electricity tariff.
This tariff offers lower rates during off-peak hours (especially at night), allowing drivers to charge their vehicles when there is an excess of renewable energy, such as geothermal and wind, on the national grid.
Beyond environmental benefits, the policy is expected to be a major job creator.
By prioritising local assembly over fully-built imports, the government anticipates that the transition could support up to 500,000 new jobs by 2050 in solar PV, EV charging, and hydrogen fueling sectors.
As of December 2025, Kenya recorded 24,754 registered electric vehicles, a massive surge from just 796 in 2022.
In a visible move to boost public awareness, the government also unveiled new green-colored license plates dedicated specifically to electric vehicles.
These plates will serve as a unique identifier for EVs on Kenyan roads, helping to distinguish zero-emission vehicles from traditional internal combustion engine cars.
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