The winners of the 2026 Kenya Outstanding Security Performance Awards (OSPAs) have been announced following a prestigious virtual awards ceremony held on Thursday, 8 October 2026. 

The Kenya OSPAs recognise and celebrate exceptional performance, innovation and leadership across the security sector. This year’s awards once again highlighted the outstanding talent, dedication and professionalism of individuals and organisations helping to shape and advance security excellence across Kenya. 

Winners across seven categories will now have the opportunity to represent Kenya at the 3rd Global OSPAs in 2027, automatically qualifying for international recognition on the global stage. In addition, the recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award will be formally inducted into the Security Hall of Fame, recognising their enduring contribution and impact on the security profession. 
  
2026 Kenya Award Winners:  
  
Outstanding In-House Security Manager/Director  
George Mochengo Mandere – Parkside Development Company  

Outstanding Contract Security Manager/Director  
Peter Kinyanjui – SGA Security  

Outstanding Security Officer  
Javas Macharia – American Tower Corporation – Kenya  

Outstanding New Security Product  
SGA Security Updates – Peter Kinyanjui  

Outstanding Female Security Professional  
Speranza Kubai – Lady Askari  

Outstanding Young Security Professional  
Sarah Brenda Njeri – Co-operative Bank of Kenya  

Lifetime Achievement  
Monicah Ndanu Kimeu  
 
The event organisers extend their sincere appreciation to all supporting associations and distinguished judges whose commitment and collaboration continue to make the Kenya OSPAs a success.