Britam General Insurance has launched an Electric Vehicle (EV) insurance cover in Kenya, designed to support the country’s growing shift to green mobility. The product, tailored for both fully electric and hybrid vehicles, positions Britam as a key player in accelerating Kenya’s transition to a low-carbon economy.
According to the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure’s Draft National e-Mobility Policy, the government aims for EVs to constitute 5% of new vehicle registrations by 2025 — a sign of rising interest in cleaner transport. Britam’s new cover directly responds to this agenda and to the unique challenges faced by EV owners, such as high battery costs and limited repair infrastructure.
One of the cover’s standout features is the Battery Protect Cover Extension, which safeguards the most valuable component of an EV — the battery and electric motor system. Other benefits include coverage for personal charging equipment and an out-of-charge recovery service, which tows stranded vehicles to the nearest charging station.
“This EV Insurance cover shows how Britam innovates to meet evolving customer needs while supporting sustainable transport,” said James Mbithi, CEO and Principal Officer, Britam General Insurance. “By providing tailored EV insurance, we are contributing to a low-carbon future while helping the market scale responsibly.”
Beyond EV-specific risks, the cover offers comprehensive protection against accidental damage, theft, fire, flooding and malicious damage, along with additional benefits such as political violence and terrorism cover, courtesy vehicles, road rescue, and excess protection — under Britam’s standard motor insurance terms.
Premiums are designed to stay affordable, with the flexibility of lump-sum payments or monthly installments. The cover also extends to privately used electric motorcycles.
With this launch, Britam builds on its broader sustainability initiatives, including installation of three EV charging stations with six charging ports and a 183-panel solar car port at its Nairobi headquarters, underscoring its commitment to Sustainability.