AA Kenya launches nationwide best driver challenge to promote road safety

The Automobile Association of Kenya (AA Kenya) has launched the Best Driver Challenge – Nairobi Edition, as part of a broader national campaign to identify, recognize, and reward the country’s most responsible and safety-conscious drivers.

The initiative is targeting a broad spectrum of road users, among them private motorists, matatu and bus drivers, corporate fleet operators, long-distance truck drivers, and boda boda riders.

According to the association, the challenge seeks to promote positive driving habits that not only save lives but also reduce the frequency and severity of road incidents.

“Our goal is to celebrate the everyday heroes who put safety first,” said Francis Theuri, CEO of AA Kenya. “Through this challenge, we’re shifting the national conversation from punishment to recognition and inspiring all drivers to do better.”

Regional competitions are currently being held in key towns and cities across the country, including Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret, Nyeri, and Nairobi. Participants are tested on both theoretical and practical aspects of driving.

These include knowledge of road rules and regulations, defensive driving techniques, vehicle safety inspections, and on-road performance and behavior under pressure.

Winners from the regional contests will converge in Nairobi for the national grand finale set for July 19, 2025.

The top performer will be crowned the overall Best Driver Kenya 2025 and will receive a trophy, cash prize, national recognition, and certification as an AA Kenya Road Safety Ambassador.

The winner will then go on to represent Kenya in a continental Best Driver Challenge to be held in Naivasha.

The event will bring together top drivers from other African countries and is expected to be a major highlight in Africa’s road safety calendar, showcasing the power of skill, discipline, and responsibility on the road.