Several EV startups have set up shop in the country over the past few years, with Kenya positioning itself as a green energy hub.

It is currently estimated that there are about 350 electric vehicles registered in Kenya, out of a total of 3.5 million registered vehicles

The trial is expected to offer important insights on the potential opportunities and challenges associated with electric vehicle charging in Kenya. If fully implemented, the plan would see the electric vehicle charging network spread across the country as Kenya Power looks to increase sales of electricity.

It was in his red Nissan Leaf that Morton traveled from Nairobi to Kisumu and back. So how did he do it?

"I am excited to see Kenya join the EV revolution and set the ball rolling for Africa’s shift to zero-emission mobility. For the last 5 years, I have comfortably driven an electric car in the country," he added.