Electric vehicle policy kenya

EPRA opens license applications for electric

The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has officially opened the doors for Kenyan entrepreneurs and investors interested in establishing electric vehicle (EV) charging and battery swapping stations

Africa: number of EVs in Kenya and South Africa

Electric mobility is still in development in Africa. Battery electric vehicles'' sales on the continent have overall increased in recent years, although have remained the lowest worldwide. South

BasiGo Partners With 4NTE To Launch Kenya''s

Electric vehicle startup BasiGo has launched Kenya''s first inter-city electric matatu trips, marking an expansion of the country''s clean public transport network beyond the capital. In partnership with 4NTE SACCO and Manchester

Collaboration Supercharges Kenya''s EV Adoption Drive

These partnerships are driving electric vehicle (EV) adoption by strengthening policy support, improving charging infrastructure, and lowering ownership costs, positioning Kenya as a rising

EPRA opens license applications for electric

This landmark development allows Kenyans to apply for licenses to establish electric vehicle (EV) charging and battery-swapping stations across the country. In its official statement, EPRA emphasized that only certified charging

Kenya''s iconic Rhino Charge off-road race to debut electric vehicle

Kenya''s iconic Rhino Charge off-road race is marking a historic shift toward environmental sustainability in its 2025 edition with the entry of its first-ever electric vehicle.

UK, Kenya, Nigeria Unite in Sodium-Ion Battery Research to

A transformative research partnership led by Swansea University in the UK, in collaboration with tertiary institutions in Kenya and Nigeria, has secured major UK government funding to fast

Electrifying Kenya''s Transportation Sector — EMAK Proposes Policy

EMAK says the white paper presents a comprehensive policy and fiscal roadmap for accelerating the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) in Kenya, positioning the country as a regional leader in...

BasiGo Launches Kenya''s First Electric Matatu Pilot For Inter

Kenyan electric mobility firm BasiGo has unveiled the country''s first pilot program for electric matatus on inter-city routes, signaling a breakthrough in sustainable transport solutions.

Kenya''s First Business Financing Program For Electric

Roam has just partnered with Fortune Credit, a licensed Digital Credit Provider and microfinance institution, to launch the first-ever financing program aimed at unlocking access to electric

Chinese EVs boost green transformation in Kenya

Kenya''s long-term strategy for greenhouse gas emissions reduction targets net zero by 2050. This goal is also supported by some other Chinese electric vehicle manufacturers, such as BYD, whose electric buses running in

How Infrastructure Is Driving Kenya''s E-Mobility Revolution

Kenya is spearheading Africa''s electric mobility shift, anchored by rapid expansion in clean power, charging networks, battery‑swap stations, and local manufacturing. With nearly 90% of its

Green Number Plates in Kenya: Benefits, Application Process & EV Policy

Kenya is taking bold steps toward a greener future with the introduction of green number plates for electric vehicles (EVs). Launched in March 2024, these plates are part of the government''s

East Africa Unites: The Drive Towards Unified EV Standards

The Push for Harmonized EV Standards in East Africa East Africa is accelerating its transition to electric vehicles (EVs) through a coordinated push for harmonized standards. As nations like

UK, Kenya, Nigeria Unite in Sodium-Ion Battery Research to

Kenya and Nigeria: Ready for Battery-Led EV Growth Both Kenya and Nigeria are becoming early adopters of electric mobility in Africa. Their collaboration on sodium-ion battery research is a

EMAK unveils policy plan to boost electric mobility in Kenya

Proposed measures include full tax exemptions on electric vehicles, batteries, and charging infrastructure, as well as special tax frameworks for large investors. These incentives aim to

BasiGo Expands E-mobility Beyond Nairobi with Launch of Kenya

BasiGo has installed DC fast chargers in Nyahururu and Thika to ensure smooth inter-city operations. NAIROBI, KENYA — July 22, 2025 — BasiGo, a pioneer in electric mobility in Sub

Kenya''s e-mobility revolution starts with

Kenya has the building blocks for a thriving electric mobility sector: rising EV adoption, abundant clean energy, and increasing public and private investment. What''s needed now is smart policy, strategic partnerships, and bold

Electric Vehicle Adoption in Africa – 2025 Report Shows

The tide is turning for sustainable transport in Africa. A 2025 report on electric mobility shows a significant increase in EV adoption rates across the continent, particularly in five standout

Isuzu Electric Truck Kenya Launch Set for 2025

Isuzu East Africa is preparing to test the waters of Kenya''s electric vehicle (EV) market with the launch of its first battery-powered truck by 2025, positioning itself to meet the country''s shifting

EMAK unveils policy plan to boost electric mobility in Kenya

By Abbas Nazil The Electric Mobility Association of Kenya (EMAK) has released a comprehensive white paper proposing critical fiscal and policy interventions to accelerate the country''s

Isuzu to Launch First Electric Truck in Kenya by 2025 as EV

Can electric trucks revolutionize Kenya''s commercial transport sector by 2025? That''s the question Isuzu seeks to answer with its bold change to introduce its first-ever electric truck in

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