On May 30th, East African Breweries (EABL) marked a significant milestone in the brewing industry with the commissioning of a Ksh1 billion microbrewery in Ruaraka, Nairobi.
The facility, which is expected to be opened to the public by December, will serve as an innovation center for the company's flagship beer, Tusker, and will bring to life the Tusker experience for present and next generations.
Speaking during the event, Group Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director Jane Karuku said, “Through this facility, EABL seeks to shape the future of the alcoholic beverage sector in the region through the development and release of craft and novelty beers.”
The microbrewery will feature a microbrewery, taste room, taproom, and a flagship store, and will provide an indispensable platform to nurture upcoming talent in brewing and liquid development in Kenya, East Africa, and the entire Diageo.
The facility is projected to increase its current employment numbers with new jobs set to be advertised once the construction work is completed.
“Our ambition is to have this facility join the league of top tourist attractions in Kenya; offering a world-class brewery visitor experience that has never been seen before in the East and Central African region,” said Karuku.
