Updated 10 November 2026
The Africa EV Mobility Expo Kenya 2026 runs from 9 to 11 December 2026 at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC), Nairobi, from 10:00am to 6:00pm each day. Entry is free for trade visitors who register online. The show brings together makers and distributors of electric vehicles, batteries, charging equipment and hydrogen technology, alongside a conference on policy, financing and charging infrastructure. Here is what to expect, who it is for and how to take part.
Updated November 2026. Details are from the organiser’s event information page and show home page, checked on 10 November 2026. Confirm the programme with the organiser before you travel.
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Africa EV Mobility Expo Kenya 2026: key facts
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Dates | Wednesday 9 to Friday 11 December 2026 |
| Hours | 10:00am to 6:00pm on all three days |
| Venue | Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC), Nairobi CBD |
| Entry | Free for trade visitors with online registration |
| Organiser | MIE Events (part of MIE Groups), with Global Exhibitions for local sales |
| Format | Trade exhibition plus conference sessions in the same building |
| Sectors | Batteries, energy and infrastructure, new energy vehicles, powertrain, hydrogen |
The organiser stresses that this is a trade show, not a consumer car market. Companies come to find distributors, agents, joint-venture partners and investors. If you simply want to buy an electric car, our guide to electric cars in Kenya and their prices is a better starting point, though the show is still a chance to see many models and chargers in one hall.
What is on show at the Africa EV Mobility Expo Kenya
- Electric vehicles: new energy cars, buses, trucks and two-wheelers from manufacturers and distributors.
- Batteries and powertrains: battery packs, swapping systems and electric drive components.
- Charging and energy: chargers, grid and solar-linked charging infrastructure.
- Hydrogen: fuel-cell and hydrogen mobility technology.
- Conference: sessions on policy, financing and charging infrastructure. The organiser says the 2026 programme is being finalised and will be posted on the agenda page.
- Live demonstrations on the show floor, according to the organiser.
The organiser also says government and utility procurement teams attend, including the ministry drafting EV rules. Exhibitors should treat that as a reason to bring technical documentation and local compliance details.
Who should go
- Fleet managers at logistics firms, matatu and boda operators, and companies weighing electric delivery vehicles.
- Car, bus and motorcycle dealers looking for new brands to distribute in East Africa.
- Banks and asset-finance firms building EV loan products.
- Property developers, malls and fuel stations planning charging points.
- Investors and startups in e-mobility, batteries and energy.
How to register as a visitor
- Open the Visitor Registration page on evmobility.show/kenya and fill in the form. It takes a few minutes.
- Wait for the confirmation email with your QR code.
- On the day, show the QR code, printed or on your phone, at the desk in the KICC entrance hall to collect your badge.
Registration is free for trade visitors. International visitors are reminded by the organiser that most nationalities need a Kenyan electronic travel authorisation or visa before departure.
Exhibiting, sponsoring or speaking
Stands, sponsorship packages and speaking slots are open through the Book a Stand, Sponsorship and Become a Speaker pages. Stand prices are not published on the pages we checked, so request a quote. Local enquiries go to Global Exhibitions’ head of sales, and international enquiries to MIE Events’ project manager, both listed on the event information page. If you are promoting your own event or launch around the show, see our guide on how to promote a business event in Kenya.
Getting there
KICC is in Nairobi’s central business district, about 20 km from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, according to the organiser. Allow extra time for peak-hour traffic, and consider the commuter rail or public transport into the CBD. The organiser says KICC has accessible entrances, lifts and facilities; mention any assistance needs when you register.
Why the Africa EV Mobility Expo Kenya matters
Electric buses, motorcycles and cars are already on sale in Kenya, and the rules around them are changing. The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority has introduced a dedicated electricity tariff for EV charging, which we explain in our EV charging tariff guide. For conventional vehicles and prices, compare our car prices in Kenya list and the Isuzu D-Max price guide. The expo is also listed in our Kenya business events calendar.
Frequently asked questions
When is the Africa EV Mobility Expo Kenya 2026?
From Wednesday 9 to Friday 11 December 2026, open 10:00am to 6:00pm each day.
Where is the EV expo being held?
At the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) in Nairobi’s central business district.
Is entry to the Africa EV Mobility Expo Kenya free?
Yes, for trade visitors who register online in advance. Bring the QR code from your confirmation email to collect your badge.
Can I buy an electric car at the show?
The organiser describes it as a trade show for distributors, agents and investors, not a consumer marketplace. You can see vehicles and talk to suppliers, but check with exhibitors about retail sales.
Who organises the Africa EV Mobility Expo Kenya?
MIE Events, part of MIE Groups, with Global Exhibitions handling local enquiries.
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