Nairobi is home to several manufacturing companies that produce a wide range of products for the local and international markets.
Some of the major manufacturing companies in Nairobi include:
1. Bidco Africa Bidco Africa
Bidco is a leading manufacturer of fast-moving consumer goods in Africa, producing a wide range of products, including edible oils, margarine, soaps, detergents, and personal care products.
2. Coca-Cola Beverages Africa
Coca-Cola Beverages Africa is a subsidiary of The Coca-Cola Company that produces and distributes Coca-Cola products in Kenya and other African countries.
3. General Motors East Africa (GMEA)
General Motors East Africa is a subsidiary of General Motors Company that manufactures and sells Isuzu vehicles, as well as spare parts and accessories.
4. East African Breweries Limited (EABL)
East African Breweries Limited is a leading producer and distributor of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in East Africa, including beer, spirits, and soft drinks.
5. Kenya Breweries Limited (KBL)
Kenya Breweries Limited is a subsidiary of East African Breweries Limited that specializes in the production and distribution of beer and other alcoholic beverages.
6. Reckitt Benckiser
Reckitt Benckiser is a global consumer goods company that produces and distributes a wide range of products, including health, hygiene, and home products. The company has a manufacturing plant in Nairobi that produces Dettol, Harpic, and Mortein products.
8. Unilever Kenya
Unilever Kenya is a subsidiary of Unilever, a global consumer goods company that produces and distributes a wide range of products, including food, beverages, cleaning agents, and personal care products. The company has a manufacturing plant in Nairobi that produces products such as Blue Band, Omo, and Lux.
These are just a few examples of the many manufacturing companies that are based in Nairobi. The city is home to a thriving manufacturing sector that contributes significantly to the country’s economy.