About Kenafric
WHO WE ARE
Creating Impact, Touching Lives.
Kenafric employs over 1000 people directly and touches the lives of more than 10,000 people indirectly.
Relentless Hardwork
We value partnerships and collaborations and work closely with various stakeholders to shape a better future together.
Our trusted leadership serves as the guiding force of the company, ensuring the group’s vision is upheld. We leverage on innovation to provide superior quality products that elevate the lives of the people in the communities we operate in.
Our Leadership
Bharat Shah’s visionary leadership has been the driving force behind Kenafric’s growth. With a deep commitment to regional industrialization, he champions the manufacturing sector, fosters industry-government collaboration, and advocates for business-friendly policies.
He serves on the Board of Directors of the Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM) and holds Board and advisory roles across diverse industries, reinforcing Kenafric’s strategic position in the market.
With over three decades of experience, Nilesh Shah has played a pivotal role in building Kenafric’s sales and customer service excellence. He now drives the Group’s expansion into real estate through Kenafric Properties.
Known for his dedication to service, he is also passionate about personal growth and sharing spiritual wisdom, bringing a holistic approach to leadership.
Ketan Shah has been instrumental in establishing world-class operations and technical expertise at Kenafric.
As a former Group Managing Director, he continues to shape the business by mentoring leadership, ensuring operational excellence, and serving as the key liaison between the Board and management. His strategic oversight strengthens Kenafric’s long-term sustainability and industry leadership.
Mayur Shah has been a catalyst for Kenafric’s rapid expansion, particularly in export markets across Africa. A strong advocate for customer-centric growth, he ensures Kenafric remains agile and responsive to market needs.
His passion for people extends beyond business—he actively drives the Group’s CSR initiatives, fostering positive community impact.
As CEO, Mikul Shah steers Kenafric’s vision and long-term growth strategy. He leads the Group’s M&A initiatives, strengthens stakeholder relationships, and drives the commercial agenda across business units.
With a Master’s degree from Manchester Business School and nearly two decades at Kenafric, Mikul brings strategic foresight and global perspective to the Group’s leadership.
Chehar Shah co-leads Kenafric’s vision and growth strategy, with a sharp focus on portfolio innovation and talent development.
With extensive experience in operations and market expansion, he plays a key role in shaping Kenafric’s future. Since joining in 2009, his leadership has helped drive efficiency, agility, and a culture of continuous improvement. He holds a Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering.
Sundar co-leads Kenafric's growth strategy and oversees the financial strategy, governance, and long-term fiscal health. With over 25 years of experience in FMCG, telecom, and e-commerce, he brings deep commercial and financial expertise to the Group.
Since joining in 2024, he has been instrumental in aligning financial operations with business objectives, ensuring robust risk management, and driving sustainable growth.
1983
In the same year, we decided to put all our focus into manufacturing.
In the early 1990s, we entered the confectionery sector, leading to the creation of Kenafric Industries Ltd.
At the same time, we took a bold step to spin off our footwear and stationery businesses into a new entity—Kenafric Manufacturing Limited (KML).
In the same year, we made a strategic move to enter the commercial real estate space with Kenafric Business Park.
….The legacy continues
Our Markets
We are invested in driving the African economy forward with high quality goods that solve diverse consumer needs across the African region.
