Business Insider Africa reports a 28% decrease in car thefts in Kenya for 2024, identifying Toyota as the most stolen brand, representing 54.91% of thefts. Station wagons are the most targeted vehicle type, while color preferences show white cars are the most stolen overall. Recovery rates for stolen vehicles continue to be a concern.
Business Insider Africa has unveiled the top five most stolen car brands in Kenya based on a recent report. Despite the troubling issue of car theft, 2024 witnessed a noteworthy 28% decrease, with only 327 vehicles stolen as opposed to 419 in the previous year. This reduction has been attributed to enhanced security measures and greater vigilance from vehicle owners and law enforcement agencies.
The report from the Association of Kenyan Insurers (AKI) highlighted a distinct preference for certain brands among car thieves. Notably, Toyota emerged as the most frequently stolen vehicle brand in Kenya, accounting for 54.91% of all reported thefts. The dominance of Toyota in the statistics indicates its attractiveness to criminals.
In addition, station wagons were identified as the most stolen type of vehicle, making up 67.80% of all thefts. Other targeted vehicle body types included lorries (11.46%), saloons (6.81%), and pick-ups (3.72%). Furthermore, color preference in stolen vehicles indicated that white cars were most often taken, followed by silver and black.
Additionally, the data revealed that a considerable portion of stolen vehicles (32.52%) had an insured value of less than Sh1 million, which may influence their appeal to thieves. Below is a summary of the most stolen car brands in Kenya as of 2024:
1. Toyota – 54.91%
2. Isuzu – 12.88%
3. Mazda – 7.06%
4. Nissan – 5.83%
5. Mitsubishi – 3.99%
In summary, car theft in Kenya has seen a significant decline in 2024 despite Toyota remaining the most stolen brand. The decrease in thefts indicates improvements in security and awareness among vehicle owners and authorities. However, the recovery rates for stolen vehicles remain low, highlighting an ongoing challenge in combating this crime.
Original Source: africa.businessinsider.com
