By Ongaga Ongaga
Kenya’s transport sector is set for a major digital transformation with the launch of the electronic motor vehicle registration certificate, popularly known as the e-Logbook, on 10th June 2026.
The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) announced that the new system will replace traditional paper-based logbooks with a secure, instant, and tamper-proof digital version accessible through the eCitizen platform.
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NTSA Director General, Eng. Nashon Kondiwa, described the innovation as a milestone in modernizing service delivery and enhancing road safety.
“The e-Logbook is not just a compliance tool. It is an asset that will deliver secure and intelligent data to take Kenya’s public transport sector to the next level,” he said.
Eng. Kondiwa added that the system will eliminate bureaucracy and cartels that have long plagued vehicle registration services.
“We are not only bringing services closer to wananchi by enabling them to access their logbooks electronically, but we are also eliminating bureaucracy and cartels,” he emphasized during a media briefing in Kitui.
The e-Logbook introduces instant digital issuance, real-time ownership updates, and QR code verification to ensure authenticity. Banks and SACCOS will be able to seamlessly verify ownership and lien status, speeding up loan approvals.
NTSA noted, “No more waiting days or weeks for a printed document to be processed or delivered.”
Stored securely in the NTSA cloud, the e-Logbook eliminates risks of loss or theft and integrates directly with inspection and PSV records.
Law enforcement officers will have real-time access to vehicle status, insurance validity, and inspection history, strengthening compliance checks and recovery of stolen vehicles.
The Authority further highlighted that the system will cut operational costs by reducing reliance on manual paperwork while providing accurate, data-driven insights for policy and planning.
“With digital verification via QR codes and API lookups, NTSA virtually eliminates forgery of ownership documents,” the statement noted.
Motorists will be able to access their digital logbooks anytime via the eCitizen portal and download copies free of charge.
The e-Logbook will be generated through services such as new and used vehicle registration, transfer of ownership, asset financing, re-registration, de-registration, and duplicate issuance.
NTSA’s Corporate Communication Principal Officer, Mr. Anthony Nyongesa, assured stakeholders of full support during the transition.
“Those seeking clarification or any other assistance can do so through our official communication channels, including email at info@ntsa.go.ke or through the NTSA website,” he said, adding that the Authority is committed to ensuring motor vehicle owners and the public adapt seamlessly to the digital platform.
