Relief for motorists as NTSA receives new batch of number plates, resolving months-long shortage

Motorists across the country can now breathe a sigh of relief following the confirmation by the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) that a fresh batch of motor vehicle number plates has been delivered, easing a backlog that had caused delays in recent months.

NTSA Board Chair Khatib Mwashetani confirmed the arrival of the new plates during a visit to the Authority’s premises, reiterating the government’s commitment to streamlining service delivery and resolving supply chain challenges.

Clients who had previously applied for number plates and have since received SMS notifications from NTSA are advised to collect their plates from the offices where they submitted their applications.

NTSA Director General George Njao assured the public and motor vehicle dealers that the shortage experienced over the past few months has been fully addressed. He noted that production has now stabilized, and the Authority is working to ensure consistent availability of number plates moving forward.

“The concerns from the public and stakeholders were valid, and we appreciate their patience. We are now back on track, and clients can expect timely service,” said Mr. Njao.

Lack of raw materials was cited as the reason for the shortage in the past.