AA KENYA HONOURS ROAD SAFETY CHAMPIONS AS FRANCIS THEURI CALLS FOR STRONGER COMMITMENT TO SAFER ROADS.

Nairobi, Kenya — October 23, 2026 — The Automobile Association (AA) of Kenya yesterday celebrated outstanding individuals and organisations driving change on Kenyan roads during the Road Safety Excellence Awards 2026, held at the Serena Hotel in Nairobi. The gala brought together stakeholders across government, corporate entities, civil society, and the transport sector to recognise exceptional contributions to road safety and renew a collective commitment to saving lives.

​Delivering the keynote address, Francis Theuri, Group Managing Director of AA Kenya, urged public and private sector leaders to deepen their collaboration. He stressed that drastically reducing traffic crashes requires sustained investment in driver education, responsible road behaviour, and practical, on-the-ground interventions across the country.

​The high-profile event was attended by H.E. Vincenzo Del Monaco, Ambassador of Italy to Kenya, who served as the Chief Guest, alongside June Chepkemoi, Chief Executive Officer of the Kenya Tourism Board. Representatives from the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA), the Kenya Red Cross Society, Kenyatta National Hospital, and TotalEnergies also participated in the celebration.

​In the corporate categories, TotalEnergies Marketing Kenya PLC earned the top honours as the Best Corporate in Road Safety, followed by British American Tobacco Kenya PLC and Finlay’s Tea Extracts Kenya. The CEO of the Year category saw Prof. Isaiah I. C. Wakindiki, Vice-Chancellor and CEO of KCA University, take first place, with Habel Amakobe of Pioneer Road Safety Consultants and Milad Atef of Egypro East Africa Limited recognized as top runners-up. Britam General Insurance Company led the insurance sector, followed by Directline Assurance Company Limited.

​Individual advocacy and law enforcement were central to the evening's achievements. Clive Mwangovya Gari was named Road Safety Champion of the Year, with Dr. David Karuri and Naisula Lesuuda also earning top nominations. The Traffic Police Leadership Award celebrated the outstanding service of Machera Caleb of Nakuru East, Corporal Hecky Odiwuor Opollo of Makuyu, and Elizabeth Vivi, Regional Traffic Enforcement Officer for the Central Region.

​Promoting sustainable transport and technological advancement, Africa Smart Mobility Solutions Kenya Limited (SPIRO) led the Sustainable Mobility and EV Champion category ahead of Kenya Power and Lighting Company PLC and KenGen. Bamburi Cement Limited secured the Road Safety Innovation Award, with Urdrive Auto Tech and British American Tobacco Kenya PLC following as finalists. In vehicle care and safety, CFAO Mobility Kenya topped the Automotive Workshop and Garage category, followed by Oriel Limited and Teemcore Motor Garage, while Kenya Forest Service earned top honors for the Driver Safety and Wellness Award.

​Public awareness and community involvement featured heavily throughout the ceremony. Sikika Road Safety took top honours for Best Media in Road Safety, followed by She Can Drive Kenya and John Tumaini Ministry. The Kenya Red Cross Society swept both the Logistics Institution and Community Engagement categories, with Kenya Forest Service, Lilwa Delivery, Roadcruza Tyres, and Checkmate Afya Wellness Initiative also receiving recognition.

​At the community transport and institutional levels, Kinatwa SACCO Society Limited led the PSV SACCO category, followed by Newsight Travellers SACCO, while the Juja Sub-County Bodaboda Association topped the Boda Boda SACCO Award ahead of Kamenu Sublocation Bodaboda Association and City E-mobility Boda SACCO. In education and leisure mobility, Braeburn Group led the Educational Institution category, followed by KCA University and The Kisumu National Polytechnic, while Fit Nation Kenya emerged first among motor clubs, ahead of Veedubz Car Club and Gearhaus.

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