Kenya: Explained: Why TukTuk Number Plates Start With KTW

Curiosity over why tuk-tuks carry unique number plates starting with KTW has left many commuters and transport operators wondering, especially as these three-wheelers continue dominating transport across busy urban centres like Nairobi, Mombasa, and Kisumu daily.

For many passengers weaving through traffic jams, the small yellow-plated vehicles are a lifeline, yet few notice that their registration format differs from standard cars.

The answer lies with the National Transport and Safety…