Kenya’s E-mobility Revolution Starts With Infrastructure {Opinion Piece_Moses Nderitu}

You have probably heard of the classic paradox: the chicken and the egg. Which came first? It’s a timeless question but one that perfectly illustrates the challenge facing Kenya’s electric mobility transition. 

People are hesitant to buy electric vehicles (EVs) without readily accessible charging infrastructure, yet investment often lags until there is sufficient demand for Electric Vehicles.

According to the Electric Mobility Association of Kenya (EMAK), approximately 9,047 EVs are currently registered in the country, up from 2,694 in 2023 and 5,294 in 2024. These figures reflect encouraging momentum in EV adoption. However, the number of charging stations remains modest, especially when compared to fossil fuel infrastructure that has benefited from over a century of development.