By Elvis Wasike

Mogo has donated office furniture to Central Police Station in Eldoret, Uasin Gishu County, as part of its continued efforts to strengthen the capacity of security agencies and support the fight against motorcycle theft across the country.

The donation, made on Monday, November 10, 2026, includes desks and chairs intended to improve the working environment for police officers and enhance service delivery at the station.

The initiative is part of Mogo's nationwide corporate social responsibility programme, which seeks to support security institutions through the provision of essential equipment and resources to improve their operational capacity.

The company, which specialises in motorcycle and smartphone financing across East Africa, says its partnership with security agencies is aimed at addressing the growing challenge of motorcycle theft, particularly among boda boda operators who rely on their motorcycles as their primary source of income.

Motorcycle theft remains a major concern for thousands of riders and small-scale business owners, with the loss of a motorcycle often translating into a significant financial setback for individuals and their families.

Through the latest donation, Mogo seeks to complement the work of police officers by providing essential office facilities that contribute to a more conducive working environment and enable officers to carry out their responsibilities effectively.

The Eldoret donation also builds on the company's ongoing support to police stations and security offices in different parts of Kenya, where it has provided motorcycles, electronic equipment and office furniture to strengthen security operations.

Recently, Mogo extended its support to Kisumu Central and Obunga police stations, as well as the Nyanza Regional Police Commander's office, which received motorcycles and other forms of assistance.

In Kisii County, the company's support benefited Kisii Central and Ogembo police stations, alongside the County Criminal Investigations Office.

The interventions are intended to strengthen collaboration between the private sector and security agencies while improving the resources available to officers handling security-related challenges in different parts of the country.

Mogo has also been working with police officers, boda boda associations and local leaders to address motorcycle theft through coordinated prevention, reporting and recovery initiatives.

The company has particularly raised concern over cases involving stolen motorcycles being moved across Kenya's borders and transported into neighbouring countries, including Uganda, Tanzania, Ethiopia, Somalia and South Sudan.

Such cross-border movement presents additional challenges to recovery efforts and highlights the need for stronger cooperation between security agencies, motorcycle operators and other stakeholders.

A representative of Mogo said motorcycle theft and insecurity have far-reaching consequences for individuals, families and businesses that depend on motorcycles for their livelihoods.

The representative noted that police officers play a critical role in addressing these challenges and that the company's support was intended to complement their efforts.

"Motorcycle theft and insecurity affect individuals, families and businesses that depend on motorcycles for their livelihoods. We recognise the important role police officers play in addressing these challenges. Through this support, we hope to contribute to better working conditions and help officers carry out their responsibilities effectively," the representative said.

The Uasin Gishu County Police Commander welcomed the donation, noting that the provision of office furniture would improve the working environment at Central Police Station and support the delivery of services to the public.

The commander said partnerships between private sector organisations and security agencies were important in complementing government efforts to maintain law and order.

The police boss also encouraged more organisations to support initiatives aimed at strengthening the capacity of security institutions, noting that improved working conditions and adequate facilities contribute to effective service delivery.

"We appreciate Mogo's support towards Central Police Station. The provision of office furniture will help improve the working environment for our officers and support the delivery of services to the public. Partnerships between the private sector and security agencies are important in complementing government efforts to maintain law and order," the commander said.

Mogo's support goes beyond donations of physical equipment, with the company also maintaining collaboration with police officers and motorcycle owners to coordinate responses whenever theft incidents are reported.

Through these partnerships, the company helps facilitate the sharing of information, follow-up on leads and efforts to recover stolen motorcycles.

The company also operates a 24-hour emergency response service through which customers can report stolen vehicles and motorcycles and seek assistance in recovery efforts.

Additionally, customers can report stolen vehicles through its SAKA online platform, which provides another channel for reporting incidents and initiating follow-up action.

The reporting and response mechanisms are intended to improve communication between motorcycle owners, the company and relevant security agencies, particularly during the critical period following a theft incident.

For boda boda operators, motorcycle security is closely linked to economic stability, as many depend on daily earnings to meet household expenses, repay loans, educate their children and support their families.

The loss of a motorcycle can therefore disrupt not only an individual's income but also the financial security of an entire household.

Mogo says it will continue working with police officers, boda boda associations, local leaders and other stakeholders across the country to strengthen motorcycle security, improve recovery efforts and protect the livelihoods of motorcycle owners and operators.

The donation to Eldoret Central Police Station underscores the growing role of private sector partnerships in supporting security institutions and addressing challenges that directly affect businesses and communities.