AA Kenya has recognised individuals and organisations for their contribution to road safety at the Road Safety Excellence Awards 2026 held at Serena Hotel in Nairobi.
The awards brought together stakeholders from government, the private sector, civil society and the transport industry to celebrate efforts to promote responsible road use and reduce road crashes.
Speaking at the ceremony, AA Kenya Group Managing Director Francis Theuri called for stronger collaboration between the public and private sectors to improve road safety. He emphasised the need for sustained investment in public awareness, responsible road use and practical measures to protect lives.
The ceremony was attended by Kenya Tourism Board Chief Executive Officer June Chepkemoi, while Italy’s Ambassador to Kenya, Vincenzo Del Monaco, was the chief guest. Representatives from the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA), Kenya Red Cross Society, Kenyatta National Hospital and TotalEnergies were also present.
TotalEnergies Marketing Kenya PLC won the Best Corporate in Road Safety Award, followed by British American Tobacco Kenya PLC and Finlay’s Tea Extracts Kenya.
KCA University Vice-Chancellor and Chief Executive Officer Prof. Isaiah I. C. Wakindiki led the CEO of the Year in Road Safety category. Habel Amakobe of Pioneer Road Safety Consultants and Milad Atef of Egypro East Africa Limited were also recognised.
Clive Mwangovya Gari was named Road Safety Champion of the Year, with Dr David Karuri and Naisula Lesuuda also recognised in the category.
The Traffic Police Leadership Award recognised Machera Caleb of Nakuru East, Corporal Hecky Odiwuor Opollo of Makuyu and Elizabeth Vivi, the Central Region’s regional traffic enforcement officer.
In the insurance sector, Britam General Insurance Company won the Insurance Company of the Year in Road Safety Award, followed by Directline Assurance Company Limited.
Africa Smart Mobility Solutions Kenya Limited, which operates under the SPIRO brand, led the Sustainable Mobility and EV Champion category, with Kenya Power and Lighting Company PLC and KenGen also among the leading entries.
Sikika Road Safety topped the Best Media in Road Safety category, ahead of She Can Drive Kenya and John Tumaini Ministry. Kinatwa SACCO Society Limited won the PSV SACCO in Road Safety category, followed by Newsight Travellers SACCO.
Kenya Red Cross Society led the Logistics Institution in Road Safety category, ahead of Kenya Forest Service and Lilwa Delivery. The organisation also won the Community Engagement Award, with Roadcruza Tyres and Checkmate Afya Wellness Initiative among the other leading entries.
In education, Braeburn Group won the Educational Institution in Road Safety category, followed by KCA University and The Kisumu National Polytechnic. Fit Nation Kenya was named Motor Club of the Year, ahead of Veedubz Car Club and Gearhaus.
Juja Sub-County Bodaboda Association led the Boda Boda SACCO category, followed by Kamenu Sublocation Bodaboda Association and City E-mobility Boda SACCO. Kenya Forest Service won the Driver Safety and Wellness Award.
CFAO Mobility Kenya topped the Automotive Workshop and Garage category, ahead of Oriel Limited and Teemcore Motor Garage. Bamburi Cement Limited won the Road Safety Innovation Award, with Urdrive Auto Tech and British American Tobacco Kenya PLC also among the leading entries.
The awards recognised contributions from businesses, public institutions, transport operators, educational establishments and community organisations in promoting road safety through advocacy, innovation and practical interventions.
AA Kenya reaffirmed its commitment to road safety awareness and stakeholder engagement, urging institutions and road users to sustain efforts to reduce crashes and make roads safer.
