East African Breweries PLC (EABL.ke)

  
  
  
  
  


  

East African Breweries PLC (EABL)

Headquarters: Garden City Business Park, Nairobi, Kenya

Industry

EABL operates in the beverage industry, specialising in branded alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, including beer, spirits, and ready-to-drink (RTD) products.

Core Business Activities

As the leading branded alcohol beverage company in East Africa, EABL has a diverse portfolio of iconic local and international brands. Key operations include the production and distribution of beer, spirits, and RTDs, with flagship products like Tusker, Guinness, and Kenya Cane. EABL operates across Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania, with products available in over 10 countries across Africa and beyond.

Market Position

EABL is the market leader in East Africa, commanding significant market share in the beverage sector. The company’s strengths include its robust value chain, strong brand equity, extensive geographic footprint, and commitment to quality. EABL’s flagship brands are household names, celebrated for their heritage, innovation, and cultural relevance.

Number of Employees

EABL employs over 638 individuals directly, with thousands more engaged indirectly across its value chain, including farmers, distributors, and suppliers. This reflects the company’s significant contribution to local employment and economic development.

Financial Highlights

For the fiscal year ended June 30, 2024, EABL reported Kshs 124.1 billion in net sales, representing a 13% growth from the previous year. Operating profit (excluding FX) grew by 10%, while free cash flow rose by 275% to Kshs 15 billion.

Mission and Vision

Mission: Celebrating life, every day, everywhere.

Vision: To create the best-performing, most trusted, and respected consumer products company in Africa.

Key Figures

    
• Net Sales: Kshs 124.1 billion

    

• Operating Profit: Kshs 24.9 billion

    

• Free Cash Flow: Kshs 15 billion

    

• Market Share: 65% in Kenya, 21% in Uganda, 14% in Tanzania

    

• Number of Employees: 638+

  

Sustainability Focus

EABL is committed to sustainable business practices through its “Society 2030: Spirit of Progress” initiative. Key achievements include:

    
• Reducing water usage to 2.93 litres per litre of packaged product.

    

• Achieving 75% renewable energy usage across operations.

    

• Investing in local sourcing, supporting 60,000 farmers in East Africa.

    

• Collecting over 17 million glass bottles annually for recycling.

  

Contact Information

Auditors: PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP

Transfer Secretary: Image Registrars Limited

Email: [email protected]

Phone: (+254) 709 170 000