How Njoro Canning and Unilever Are Cultivating Sustainable Development in Kenya

Edward Kivindu, Njoro Canning contracted farmer

Njoro Canning Factory (K) Ltd, a stalwart in Kenya's agricultural sector, has flourished for over 45 years, driven by a mission to minimize post-harvest losses and empower smallholder farmers. This mission has been significantly bolstered by a 23-year partnership with Unilever, focusing on the Royco brand. This collaboration exemplifies how strategic partnerships can drive sustainable development and local economic empowerment.

Unilever Kenya's localization strategy is pivotal to its sustainability agenda. Luck Ochieng, CEO of Unilever Kenya, explains, "Localization is translating Kenya's 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development within the local context and challenges, defining, implementing, and monitoring local actions and strategies that contribute to the global achievement of the SDGs. Our partnership with local sustainable sources strives to have a positive impact on local communities through job creation and empowering the local economy."