AA Kenya has honoured outstanding individuals and organisations championing road safety at the Road Safety Excellence Awards 2026, held at Serena Hotel, Nairobi, bringing together stakeholders from government, business, civil society and the transport sector to recognise excellence and strengthen the collective commitment to safer roads.
Speaking at the ceremony, Francis Theuri, Group Managing Director of AA Kenya, called for stronger collaboration among public and private sector stakeholders, emphasising the importance of sustained investment in road safety awareness, responsible road use and practical interventions to reduce road crashes and protect lives.
The event was attended by June Chepkemoi, Chief Executive Officer of the Kenya Tourism Board, while H.E. Vincenzo Del Monaco, Ambassador of Italy to Kenya, served as the Chief Guest. Representatives from the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA), Kenya Red Cross Society, Kenyatta National Hospital, TotalEnergies and other organisations also participated in the event.
The awards recognised achievements across corporate road safety, executive leadership, individual advocacy, insurance, sustainable mobility, education, media, public transport, traffic enforcement, logistics, community engagement, driver safety and innovation.
TotalEnergies Marketing Kenya PLC emerged as the winner of the Best Corporate in Road Safety Award, followed by British American Tobacco Kenya PLC and Finlay’s Tea Extracts Kenya.
In the CEO of the Year in Road Safety category, Prof. Isaiah I. C. Wakindiki, Vice-Chancellor and CEO of KCA University, led the category, followed by Habel Amakobe of Pioneer Road Safety Consultants and Milad Atef of Egypro East Africa Limited.
Clive Mwangovya Gari was named Road Safety Champion of the Year, with Dr David Karuri and Naisula Lesuuda also recognised among the leading nominees. The Traffic Police Leadership Award recognised the contributions of Machera Caleb of Nakuru East, Corporal Hecky Odiwuor Opollo of Makuyu, and Elizabeth Vivi, Regional Traffic Enforcement Officer for the Central Region.
In the insurance sector, Britam General Insurance Company emerged top in the Insurance Company of the Year in Road Safety category, followed by Directline Assurance Company Limited. Africa Smart Mobility Solutions Kenya Limited (SPIRO) led the Sustainable Mobility and EV Champion Award, with Kenya Power and Lighting Company PLC and KenGen also among the leading entries.
In road safety communication and advocacy, Sikika Road Safety topped the Best Media in Road Safety category, followed by She Can Drive Kenya and John Tumaini Ministry. Kinatwa SACCO Society Limited led 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 Kenya Red Cross Society also topped the Community Engagement Award, with Roadcruza Tyres and Checkmate Afya Wellness Initiative among the other leading entries.
In education, Braeburn Group led the Educational Institution in Road Safety category, followed by KCA University and The Kisumu National Polytechnic. Fit Nation Kenya emerged top in the Motor Club of the Year Award, ahead of Veedubz Car Club and Gearhaus.
At the community transport level, Juja Sub-County Bodaboda Association led the Boda Boda SACCO Award, followed by Kamenu Sublocation Bodaboda Association and City E-mobility Boda SACCO. Kenya Forest Service led the Driver Safety and Wellness Award.
CFAO Mobility Kenya topped the Automotive Workshop and Garage Award, followed by 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 highlighted the contribution of individuals, corporates, public institutions, educational establishments, transport operators and community organisations in advancing road safety through leadership, innovation, awareness and practical interventions.
AA Kenya reaffirmed its commitment to road safety advocacy, stakeholder engagement and the promotion of responsible road use, calling on all road users and institutions to sustain their efforts towards reducing crashes and making Kenyan roads safer for everyone.
