ISUZU EA Chair of the Board & Managing Director Rita Kavashe with SGA Group CEO & Chairman Jules Delahaije during the signing of approximately UGX 10.7 billion partnership to improve SGA Groups' operational efficiency, expand capacity, and enhance service delivery across the East African region
Isuzu EA Chair of the Board and Managing Director Rita Kavashe (R) with SGA Group CEO and Chairman Jules Delahaije during the signing of approximately Shs 10.7 billion partnership to improve SGA Groups’ operational efficiency, expand capacity, and enhance service delivery across the East African region
HABARI DAILY I Kampala, Uganda I SGA Security has signed a strategic partnership with Isuzu East Africa, which will boost the former’s capacity to transport bulk goods safely, efficiently, and on time in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda.
According to a recently issued press statement, Isuzu East Africa will supply Isuzu NMR 85H (cab and chassis), which will be customized into Cash-in-Transit (CIT) and Courier vehicles to support SGA’s expanding need for secure and efficient transportation of valuables.
Jules Delahaije, the CEO and Chairman, SGA Security Group, the partnership will go a long way towards improving their operational efficiency, expanding capacity, and enhancing service delivery across the East African region.
“This collaboration is designed to improve SGA’s service efficiency, reduce fleet maintenance costs, and standardise operations using a high-performance vehicle platform,” he said.
He noted that the partnership, which is scheduled to commence on 17th July 2025 is valued at $ 3 million (Shs 10.7 billion) and will be executed in phases, starting in Uganda and Tanzania. The envisaged investments made by SGA Security related to the partnership.
Delahaije further noted that with Isuzu’s strong after-sales support and engineering expertise, SGA Security anticipates better uptime, more efficient route optimisation, and improved customer service across its regional network.
“This partnership with Isuzu East Africa marks a significant milestone in our regional growth strategy. With Isuzu’s proven track record in reliability and performance, we are confident that this collaboration will strengthen our ability to serve our clients more effectively and securely across East Africa,” he added.
Rita Kavashe, the Chair of the Board and Managing Director of Isuzu East Africa said the introduction of Isuzu trucks into SGA’s fleet will play a vital role in improving customer satisfaction by ensuring timely, secure, and efficient service delivery.
“Built to withstand diverse terrains, the Isuzu NMR 85H trucks are tailored for the rigorous demands of CIT operations, reinforcing SGA’s position as a trusted provider of security and logistics solutions across East Africa,” she said. She lauded the collaboration as a demonstration of shared values in service excellence.
“We are proud to partner with SGA Security, a brand that, like Isuzu, is synonymous with trust and reliability. The Isuzu NMR 85H trucks are engineered for high performance and durability, making them ideal for the demanding Cash-in-Transit application.”
Kavashe added that through their strong aftersales support and extensive dealer network, they will ensure that SGA enjoys maximum uptime and operational efficiency as they scale their services regionally.
This partnership not only reaffirms SGA’s commitment to providing secure, reliable, efficient, and client-centred services but also reflects the synergies between Isuzu and SGA Security and their dedication to excellence, innovation, and long-term growth in the East African region.
Regional leaders
SGA Security Group is East Africa’s leading security solutions provider with its fixed base operations in Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania.
The company has been in operation over the past 55 years with close to 20,000 employees, providing unmatched security solutions to governments, corporations, financial institutions and individuals across the region.
SGA Security also provides security services such as Guarding, Alarm Response, Technical Services, Cash-in-Transit and Cash Management Services, Home Security Solutions, Electronic Cargo Tracking, Fleet Management and Asset Tracking Systems, and K-9 Services, among other services.
On the other hand, Isuzu East Africa Ltd is the leading motor vehicle assembler in East Africa, selling a wide range of Isuzu vehicles.
The company is starting out from a solid foundation established by the Isuzu brand’s automotive excellence over the last 50 years.
The brand has attained strong leadership in this market, selling over 150,000 units since the first Isuzu vehicle rolled out of its Nairobi assembly plant in 1977.
With over 15 models in its line-up, the Isuzu brand has dominated the new vehicle segment for 13 years in a row since 2012, achieving a market share of 60.2% in the commercial vehicles segment by end of 2024.
With the financial and technical support resources behind it, Isuzu East Africa is well established to meet customers’ needs through an extensive dealer network in all the major towns in East Africa.
In 2024, Isuzu East Africa became the official importer, assembler, distributor, and full-service provider of UD Trucks brand in Kenya.
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