How do I choose a security company in Nairobi?

Consider the security company's regulatory status, experience, personnel training, supervision, insurance, incident response arrangements and contractual terms. Request a site assessment and written quotation defining the duties, staffing, supervision and service standards before appointing a provider.

What security services are available for businesses in Nairobi?

Private security services may include manned guarding, access control, CCTV surveillance, alarm systems, event security, security risk assessments, investigations and background verification. The appropriate services depend on the premises, operational risks and client requirements.

How much do private security services cost in Nairobi?

Security service costs depend on the number of guards, shift arrangements, location, supervision, required equipment, risk profile and contractual duration. Quotations should account for applicable employment obligations, statutory requirements and the agreed service scope.

Are private security companies in Kenya regulated?

Private security service providers in Kenya are regulated under the Private Security Regulation Act, 2016, by the Private Security Regulatory Authority. Clients should verify the provider's relevant registration and licensing status, personnel requirements and other applicable legal obligations.

Can security services be arranged for temporary assignments?

Temporary security arrangements may be considered for events, construction sites, business premises, property protection and other short-term requirements. Availability, deployment timelines, staffing and charges should be confirmed in writing before the assignment begins.

Raven Security Kenya

Security services in Nairobi.

Start with the provider’s documents, a clear site brief and the actual service you need. Raven Security receives Nairobi enquiries for scoped guarding, electronic security, investigations and risk assessment assignments.

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What to expect.

Provider documents

Check current annual licensing, scope and relevant insurance.

A comparable scope

Compare equivalent duties, coverage, resources and exclusions.

Nairobi coordination

Discuss the site and arrange an appointment where appropriate.

A practical basis for choosing a provider

When comparing security companies in Nairobi, ask for current licensing documents, a site-specific service schedule and a clear explanation of staffing, supervision, escalation and cost. Price comparisons are useful only when they cover equivalent duties and resources.

Raven’s initial operational focus is Kisumu and western Kenya. Nairobi assignments are assessed individually; this page does not imply a city-wide patrol or rapid-response network.

Ask the provider	What the answer should clarify
What documents apply to this assignment?	Current PSRA status, annual licence, scope and relevant insurance information.
What does each post or system cover?	Duties, shifts, coverage hours, equipment and exclusions.
How is the service supervised?	Named reporting contacts, handovers, escalation and review arrangements.
What is included in the price?	Staffing, relief, equipment, taxes, travel and recurring charges.
When can it actually start?	The agreed mobilisation or installation date after assessment and confirmation.

Nairobi coordination and service enquiries

Coordination office

Kose Heights, Argwings Kodhek Road, Kilimani, Nairobi. Visits are by appointment. Call +254 180 309496 or email support@ravensecuritykenya.com.

What to send

Share the actual site location, premises use, service required and start date. For a multi-site brief, list each location and its coverage requirements.

For corporate intelligence and broader research work, see Raven Africa. For physical security, use the service pages and identify Nairobi in your enquiry.

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Manned guarding

Uniformed day or night guarding for homes, businesses and institutions. Temporary and monthly assignments.

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CCTV & remote monitoring

Camera supply, installation, remote viewing and separately scoped central monitoring packages.

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Private investigations

Lawful, confidential fact-finding, background checks and field verification for a defined question.

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Security risk assessments

Site reviews, operational planning and practical recommendations before guard or technology deployment.

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Useful answers

Questions before you book

Is Raven a Nairobi-based company or a Kisumu security service?

The company coordinates from Nairobi and is developing its initial physical security focus in Kisumu and western Kenya. Nairobi requests are scoped for the specific assignment and available resources.

Do you promise emergency response across Nairobi?

No blanket response-time promise is made. Any response or escalation arrangement must be expressly agreed for the site, including who will act and during which hours.

Can I meet the team before signing?

Published 4 November 2026 · Service information: Raven Security Africa Limited. For current registration and assignment documents, see our registration and compliance information. PSRA licensing and verification guidance.

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