The tycoons pumping billions into Kenya’s industrial future

From cement and sugar factories to cooking gas terminals, soft drinks and oil refining, some of Africa's wealthiest investors are positioning themselves in industries expected to benefit from Kenya's growing demand for essential goods and infrastructure.

The business tycoons, who include Narendra Raval, Aliko Dangote, Rostam Aziz, Jaswant Rai, Mohammed Dewji, Edha Nahdi Munif and Abdallah Nahdi, are committing billions of shillings to Kenya’s factories, energy infrastructure and industrial acquisitions, betting that the country’s expanding economy will generate lucrative returns from essential goods and services.