By Reporter
In a strategic move towards enhancing sustainable operations, SGA Security Kenya has acquired electric vehicles to support its rapid alarm response services while contributing to a measurable reduction in the company’s carbon emissions, underscoring SGA’s commitment to its sustainability agenda, aligning operational excellence with environmental responsibility.
“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.
“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,” said Electric Transits Africa, Co-Founder and CEO, Wout van Blommestein.
By integrating electric vehicles into daily security operations, SGA Security Kenya aims to further reduce reliance on fossil fuels, lower its carbon footprint and encourage innovation in green mobility within the private security sector.
“SGA Security Group has adopted ESG (Environment, Social and Governance) principles as part of its strategy. Therefore, I am very proud of this excellent initiative as it fits into our sustainability goals and contributes to a cleaner, more resilient future,” said SGA Security Group, Chairman & CEO, Jules Delahaije.
“We celebrate the successful partnership between SGA Security and Electric Transits Africa—two innovative Dutch affiliate companies—whose collaboration marks a significant step toward a greener future with the integration of electric vehicles into the SGA fleet,” said Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, H.E. Henk Jan Bakker.
“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 Ambassador of the Kingdom of Belgium, H.E. Peter Maddens.
According to the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA), the number of electric vehicles in Kenya in 2024 rose by 41.1 per cent compared to 2023 due to national and private sector efforts to decarbonise the transport sector. This 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 private sector e-mobility companies, as well as strategic efforts to incorporate sustainable mobility in business operations.
“The integration of electric vehicles into SGA Security’s fleet is a powerful demonstration of how private sector leadership can accelerate the shift toward sustainable mobility and a cleaner, healthier future for all,” said UNEP, Head of Sustainable Mobility, Mr. Rob de Jong.
The transport sector accounts for approximately 25 per cent 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 per cent of the city’s air pollution.
