The move marks a major shift in the management and verification of motor vehicle ownership records in Kenya, with the authority saying the transition is aimed at improving efficiency, security and accessibility of vehicle registration services.
Under the new system, motorists will no longer rely on printed logbooks as proof of ownership. Instead, vehicle details and ownership records will be maintained digitally through the eLogbook platform.
NTSA said the digital transition is part of broader efforts to modernize transport services and reduce fraud associated with physical ownership documents.
According to the authority, the introduction of eLogbook is expected to simplify processes such as transfer of ownership, verification of vehicle records and access to motor vehicle information.
Officials noted that the digital platform will also help reduce cases of lost, damaged or forged physical logbooks, which have previously caused disputes and inconveniences for motorists.
The authority assured vehicle owners that the transition process will be gradual and that sufficient public awareness campaigns will be conducted ahead of the June 2026 rollout.
Motorists are expected to access their vehicle ownership information electronically through government digital service platforms linked to NTSA systems.
The agency said the eLogbook system will provide secure digital records that can be accessed and verified in real time by both vehicle owners and authorized institutions.
The announcement is expected to affect millions of motorists across the country, including private vehicle owners, financial institutions, car dealers and insurance providers who regularly depend on logbook records for transactions.
Financial institutions are also likely to closely monitor the transition, especially in cases where physical logbooks have traditionally been used as collateral documentation for vehicle financing.
Transport sector stakeholders welcomed the move, saying digitization could improve transparency and reduce paperwork in vehicle registration and transfer processes.
However, some motorists expressed concern over possible technical challenges, internet accessibility and digital literacy barriers that could affect smooth adoption of the new system.
Others called on NTSA to ensure adequate cybersecurity measures are put in place to protect sensitive ownership data from unauthorized access or fraud.