This archive report was first published on 6 October 2019.
On October 6, 2019, Optica, a family-owned business, marked a significant milestone in its expansion journey by opening its 37th outlet in Ongata Rongai, Kajiado.
Located at the Bata Building, opposite Tuskys Main Supermarket along Magadi Road, the new shop aims to provide customers with access to qualified optometrists and proper eyecare services.
According to Wazeem Mohamed, Head of Retail at Optica, the new outlet will enable the company's qualified optometrist to offer correct eye diagnosis and advice to customers.
"It is unfortunate that today we have many optical shops operating in this region but without a qualified optometrist. Our effort is to extend more options to the public to receive proper eyecare services," Mohamed said during the launch.
Optica, which was started 60 years ago by current non-executive chairman Bharat Bhardwaj on Nairobi's Moi Avenue, has been expanding its presence in Kenya. This year alone, the company has opened branches in Machakos, Kiambu, and Nairobi at the Westgate Mall.
With a target of growing its customer base in Western Kenya and Central regions, Optica has been actively expanding its operations in the country.
