This archive report was first published on 16 July 2019.
On Monday, the Kenya Export Promotion Council (EPC) honored local enterprises that have made significant contributions to the export sector at the inaugural Kenya Exporter of the Year Awards (KEYA 2019).
The awards ceremony, held in a grand manner, recognized companies that have demonstrated exemplary business performance under various categories.
British American Tobacco (BAT) Kenya Limited was awarded the Solid Rock Commendation (Lifetime Achievement) Award, while Molo River Roses Limited received the Spear of The Nation Award (Outstanding Sector Commendation).
Other winners included Polucon Services Kenya Ltd and Smolart Self-Help Group (Rising Stars Awards), Jungle Macs (EPZ) Limited (Upcoming Export Performers – Eagles Award), C. Dorman (best Foreign Exchange Contributor), and Gold Crown Foods (Novelty Innovation Diversification and Value Addition – Innovators Award).
Deputy President Dr. William Ruto, who attended the Gala Dinner, said the awards will contribute to the realization of a prosperous Kenya as envisioned in the Vision 2030 and the Big Four Agenda.
“With the realization of the Africa Continental Free Trade Area (ACFTA) towards an African Economic Community under the Abuja Protocol, Kenya’s positioning to strengthen her leadership role is imperative to harvesting the most foreign exchange,” Dr. Ruto said.
