Company receives national recognition following public online poll during Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s 60th anniversary celebrations
Elgon Kenya Limited has been named Best Company of the Year 2026 during the 60th anniversary celebrations of the Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI), earning recognition for its contribution to business growth and Kenya’s agricultural sector.
The award was presented by KNCCI Chamber President Dr. Erick Rutto and received on behalf of Elgon Kenya by the company’s Managing Director, Dr. Bimal Kantaria, EBS, OGW. According to the company, the recognition followed a public online poll in which Elgon Kenya was voted Best Company of the Year 2026.
The award comes as Elgon Kenya continues to position itself as a key player in the agricultural inputs sector, supporting farmers and other stakeholders across the country’s agricultural value chains. In a statement following the recognition, the company said the achievement reflected its commitment to excellence, innovation and sustainable business growth.
Elgon Kenya also acknowledged the role played by its customers, partners and stakeholders, saying their continued trust and support had contributed to the milestone.
Recognition of business performance and agricultural contribution
The KNCCI anniversary award places Elgon Kenya among businesses recognised during the Chamber’s milestone celebrations. The company said it remains committed to strengthening Kenya’s agricultural sector, empowering farmers and contributing to national economic growth. Its statement also highlighted the importance of continued collaboration in advancing agricultural development. “Together, let’s keep working hard to build our nation and drive agricultural growth in Kenya,” the company said.
The recognition also comes amid wider efforts across Kenya’s agricultural sector to improve productivity, promote innovation and strengthen the role of private-sector enterprises in supporting farmers. Elgon Kenya’s leadership, including Pranay Kantaria and Baiju Kantaria, was associated with the company’s announcement celebrating the award.
The company said it would continue working with customers, partners and stakeholders to support agricultural growth and contribute to Kenya’s economic development.
