The e-mobility sector in Kenya has urged the government to reconsider proposals to introduce tax on EVs on electric motorcycles, e-buses and lithium-ion batteries. Kenya has published the Bill which proposes a wide array of tax and administrative measures affecting different tax laws. Kenya: Surge in EV registrations as incentives start to pay offBasiGo Kenya is a major player in the East African e-mobility sector. If the incentives are removed, it will discourage the growth of the e-mobility sector and the uptake of EVs. “There has been increased uptake of electric buses and electric bicycles in Kenya with numerous start-ups setting up in Kenya.

Source: The North Africa Journal June 05, 2024 14:54 UTC