State payments fuel 27% jump in new vehicle sales

Author: Constant MundaPublished on: October 20, 2026Country: Kenya

Business & Economy

State payments fuel 27% jump in new vehicle sales

Kenyan dealers sold 12,606 new showroom vehicles from January to September 2026, up 27.03% from 9,924 in the same period of 2025. Kenya Motor Industry Association data show that government payments to road contractors and renewed infrastructure activity largely drove the increase. The activity boosted demand for trucks, pick-ups and prime movers.

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