SGA Security Kenya has partnered with Electric Transits Africa to introduce Electric Vehicles (EVs) to its Security Alarm Response fleet.
The newly acquired Electric Vehicles will support SGA’s rapid alarm response services while contributing to a measurable reduction in the company’s carbon emissions.
“We are proud to be the first security firm in Kenya to adopt electric vehicles in our fleet operations,” said SGA Kenya Country Manager, Lucas Ndolo. “This collaboration with Electric Transits Africa is more than just a fleet upgrade; it is a meaningful step in our long-term goal of building a more sustainable, eco-conscious future for our business and the communities we serve,” added Ndolo.
Electric Transits Africa (ETA), an electric mobility company in East Africa, will provide the vehicles as well as technical support to ensure a smooth integration and performance. ETA CEO Wout van Blommestein said they have plans to scale the deployment of electric vehicles across all SGA operations.
“We are very proud to support SGA in its ambition to reduce its climate impact and to position it as a frontrunner in sustainability. The deployment of these electric vehicles is a pilot initiative, with plans to scale in the future as part of a broader strategy to shift towards clean, energy-efficient mobility solutions across all SGA operations,” Blommestein said.
By integrating electric vehicles into daily security operations, SGA Security Kenya aims to further reduce reliance on fossil fuels, lower carbon footprint and encourage innovation in green mobility within the private security sector.
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The Ambassador of the Kingdom of Belgium, Peter Maddens said the introduction of electric vehicles into the company demonstrates how companies can tap into green innovation in its operations, reducing carbon emissions.
“The successful unveiling of electric vehicles as part of SGA Security’s fleet is a remarkable milestone in the journey toward net-zero carbon emissions. This initiative not only reflects a strong commitment to sustainability but also demonstrates how green innovation can be seamlessly embedded into core business operations,” said
According to the Energy and Petroleum Authority (EPRA), the number of electric vehicles in Kenya in 2024 rose by 41.1 percent compared to 2023 due to national and private sector efforts to decarbonise the transport sector.
The growth can be attributed to government initiatives such as the frameworks and policies guiding e-mobility and favourable incentives on electric vehicles, and an increase in the private sector e-mobility companies, as well as strategic efforts to incorporate sustainable mobility in business operations.
The transport sector accounts for approximately 25 percent of the country’s carbon dioxide emissions, which is the primary greenhouse gas responsible for climate change. According to a report by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), the transport sector in Nairobi alone contributes to about 60 percent of the city’s air pollution.
