State mandates new number plates for all public vehicles by August
Chief of Staff and Head of the Public Service Felix Koskei emphasized that this order covers all ministries, departments, agencies, state corporations, public universities, public schools, as well as county governments.
The government has issued a directive requiring all vehicles owned by public offices to be equipped with new-generation number plates by August 29.
In an official notice released on Wednesday, May 21, Chief of Staff and Head of the Public Service Felix Koskei emphasized that this order covers all ministries, departments, agencies, state corporations, public universities, public schools, as well as county governments.
"Despite the security and identification benefits provided by the new number plates, most public institutions have yet to comply with their rollout," Koskei stated.
The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) launched the new plates in October 2022 with the aim of reducing vehicle theft, enhancing road safety, and meeting international standards.
These plates are equipped with an electronic chip that contains key vehicle information.
This development follows shortly after motorists nationwide received relief when the NTSA confirmed the delivery of a new batch of number plates, helping to clear a backlog that had caused delays in recent months.
During a visit to the NTSA headquarters, Board Chair Khatib Mwashetani acknowledged the arrival of the plates and reaffirmed the government’s dedication to improving service efficiency and addressing supply chain issues.
Clients who applied and received SMS notifications are advised to pick up their number plates from the offices where they submitted their applications.
NTSA Director General George Njao assured both the public and motor vehicle dealers that the recent shortage has been completely resolved.
He emphasized that production levels have now stabilized and that the Authority is committed to maintaining a steady supply moving forward.
“The concerns raised by the public and stakeholders were justified, and we thank them for their patience. We are now fully operational, and clients can expect timely service,” Njao stated.
Felix Koskei stated that the Government Vehicle Check Unit will oversee enforcement of the August deadline, with no extensions to be allowed.
