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Building made easier as top retailer enters Kenya

More than 150 youths were employed to serve customers

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by WILFRED NYANGARESI

Realtime21 August 2020 - 13:35
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In Summary


• Some Sh500 million invested to become a key player in the Kenyan real estate sector

The new Builders store in Karen

Construction and building materials retailer Builders on Thursday opened its first store in the region’s largest commercial hub, Nairobi. More than 150 youths were employed to serve customers.

Builders Kenya joins Botswana, Mozambique and Zambia as regions outside the retailer’s stronghold, South Africa.

Speaking during the launch, Waterfront director David Mogoko said, “We are offering services in both trade and retail. Our product range covers building materials and home improvement requirements. Whether you’re a DIY enthusiast, a homeowner, a small business or large contractor, Kenyans will soon experience the power to get it done.”

Store manager Erick Kenoti demonstrates the use of an electric hand cutting machine
Joy Adero assisted by staffer Winnie Macharia while shopping
Waterfront director David Mogoko, store manager Erick Kenoti and country HR manager Jane Kwamboka
Alfred Ogolla carries out housekeeping
Susan Odaya, Chantel Watt and Martha Mbugua
Kwamboka and Martha Mbugua lead a dance
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