Health & Beauty
List of importers in Africa dealing in cosmetics and beauty products. Importers in Africa of cosmetics, salon equipment, toiletries, skincare products. List of companies in Africa dealing in Afro cosmetics and haircare products for Afro hair. Database of companies in Africa importing beauty products and cosmetics. Importers of cosmetics and beauty accessories in Africa, agents in Africa of cosmetics. Contact all the cosmetic dealers, wholesalers in Africa, beauty shops, cosmetics dealers in Africa listed in the Africa Business Directory
Laboratory & Allied was incepted in 1968 and incorporated in November 1970 under the Company Act as a private trading company dealing mainly in general healthcare sundries and toiletries, laboratory chemicals and glassware, and other related products. As a family-owned company under the able management of the founder Mr. Vithal Patel, the company diversified into pharmaceutical wholesaling in 1971, where it became the front-runner in the supply of basic essential drugs to the govemment administered public health sector and comprehensive drugs supplies to the private sector in the entire tropical regions of East, Central, and Southem Africa. L&A took calculated advantage of the government policy of supporting local entrepreneurs in the pharmaceutical sector, to increase manufacturing capacity and capability, by investing heavily in pharmaceutical manufacturing. L&A grew to become one of the leading suppliers of quality-approved pharmaceutical products to the government's Essential Drugs Programme. (EDP) Due to the increasing health-care demands in Kenya and the region, the modest manufacturing facility along Enterprise Road in the Industrial Area of Nairobi was soon outstripped in through-put capacity. Thus, a modern spacious and custom designed GMP-certified facility was inaugurated mid-1990 along Mombasa Road; the present location of L&A. From this facility L&A produces all kinds of formulations, including sterile injectables, liquid suspensions and syrups (both large and small volume), solid dosage forms (tablets and capsules), aerosols, inhaler aerosols, dry-powder filling as well as creams and ointments, impregnated sterile gauze, dental cartridges and roll-on medication. The entire facility and layout is well segregated with an independent penicillin plant having dedicated air-flow and fluid ducting systems. Today, L&A continues to build on its equity rating as one of Africa's leading pharmaceutical manufacturers by developing a comprehensive range of products and formulations and investing in products formulations research. "Our commitment to healthcare is reflected in the continuing development of new products and dosage forms aimed at effectively meeting the health needs of the people" says Managing Director Manesh Patel "In formulating our products we not only are cognizant of the treatment regime but also of the socio-economic impact our products impart towards the general welfare of the people". L&A today has in its portfolio over 150 product presentations covering all areas of healthcare ranging from: Ethical (prescription) pharmaceutical products Over-the-Counter (OTC) medicines Fast moving general pharmaceutical and healthcare products. Animal Healthcare" and Veterinary products. Because of its earlier involvement in the EDP, L&A continues to hold premier position as the leading supplier of drugs and medicines to the government, quasi-government institutions and Non-Governmental Organisations (NGO's) having in its portfolio products for virtually every therapeutic and clinical indication. Through its high rating performance and consistency in the manufacture and delivery of the pioneer Drugs Kits to the MoH and donor supported health delivery programs spanning over 20 years, L&A is today rightly considered the leading supplier to the MoH Essential Drugs Kits system in particular, and the preferred supplier to the public healthcare system, in general.
LABH SINGH HARNAM SINGH (LSHS) LTD. verified
location_on Nairobi, Kenya
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LABH SINGH HARNAM SINGH (LSHS) LTD is the leading coach builder in Eastern and Central Africa for buses, coaches and other commercial vehicles. Established in 1950 in a humble way in Nairobi, Kenya, LSHS Ltd. Has steadily grown to become the leading manufacturing of quality bodies for buses, coaches and Light/Medium/Heavy duty trucks. The leadership position in the industry has been achieved through long term commitment to well designed investment programs in research and development, acquisition and application of efficient and effective production technologies and direct marketing efforts within the regions has attributed to us being the market leaders in the industry. To further enhance our ability to meet and exceed the ever growing market needs in terms of quality, superior and functional body designs, shorter delivery time and customer care and handling, LSHS Ltd has developed and relocated to a new and ultra modern body manufacturing complex situated along Mombasa road on the Mombasa -Nairobi highway opposite the Nation Newspapers Plant. Today, our customer base ranges from the leading assembly plants such as GENERAL MOTORS EAST AFRICA LIMITED (ISUZU), COOPER MOTOR CORPORATION LTD (NISSAN) AND SIMBA COLT LIMITED (MITSUBISHI). Some of our major customers are KENYA BUS SERVICES, ELDORET EXPRESS, DOLPHINE COACHES, GATEWAY COACHES (UGANDA), ONATRACOM (RWANDA), OTRACO (BURUNDI), GIFT INVESTMENTS (HARARE), and MIKE APPLE (MALAWI). Established in 1950 its longevity and sustained success speaks volumes in a bus body building industry that continuously calls for modernisation, regulatory adherences and innovation. LSHS has steadily grown to command the largest market share in the region while concurrently expanding its production capability from 20 units in 1997 to the current 80 units a month,” the business explains on its website as an indictment of its efforts over the years, and especially over the past two decades. LSHS’s leadership position in the industry has been achieved through a long-term commitment to investment programmes in design and development, the acquisition and application of efficient and effective production technologies, and direct marketing efforts within the region. The Company’s range of clientele serves as further evidence of its modern-day prominence in the market. Leading assembly plants such as General Motors EA Ltd (GMEA), Kenya Grange Vehicle Industries Ltd, Cooper Motors Company (CMC) and Simba Colt have all enjoyed the LSHS service over the years. We also build buses for fleet owners, schools, colleges, universities, PSV owners and SACCOs in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Ethiopia, Rwanda, Burundi, Malawi, Zambia, Mozambique and Zimbabwe.
Our Company was incorporated in 1960 as Ghana Milk Company by a group of Scandinavian investors basically to produce milk to compliment the protein requirements of the Ghanaian. The main product of the Company at incorporation was pasteurized milk. In 1962 the Company underwent two significant changes. Firstly its name was changed to Fan Milk Limited, and secondly the product portfolio was widened with the change of name to include ice cream, yoghurt and ice lollies. Fan Milk Limited became the first Foreign Company to become Public Limited Liability in 1967 and again among the first Companies to be listed on the Ghana Stock Exchange in 1990. Our company had over 3,250 shareholders as at the end of the year 2003, and the number is still growing. We currently provide direct employment to over 350 individuals and indirect employment to another 8,000 or more people. Our Corporate head office is at No. 1 Dadeban Road, North Industrial Area in Accra, but we have created a nationwide presence through intricate network of strategically located distribution outlets to make our products accessible to all Ghanaians.
The Omanhene Cocoa Bean Company verified
location_on Milwaukee, Zambia
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For generations, the family cocoa farms of Ghana have produced beans of wondrous quality. Ghanaian farmers harvest the ripe cocoa pods by hand, ferment the beans between banana leaves right on the forest floor and then dry the beans in the warm African sun. To this day, European and American chocolatiers buy cocoa beans from Ghana and export them to their chocolate factories throughout the world where the famed Ghanaian beans are transformed into some of the world's most delicious and expensive chocolate. Ghana, AfricaNow, for the first time, The Omanhene Cocoa Bean Company is producing world class chocolate entirely in Ghana using beans The Financial Times calls "the finest cocoa in the world." Steven C. Wallace founded the company in February, 1991, at the age of 29 convinced that if Ghana could grow the "world's finest cocoa", it ought to be able to produce some of the world's finest chocolate. Wallace's interest in Ghana began in 1978 when, as a sixteen year-old, AFS high school foreign exchange student, he lived in the town of Sunyani located in the fertile Brong-Ahafo region of the country. His host family was a traditional Ghanaian family consisting of his host father, his three wives and twenty-one children. Omanhene Chocolate Bean CompanyOmanhene has proven itself one of the most successful and creative joint ventures between the U.S. and Ghana. We have won accolades from United Nations Secretary General Kofi Annan, Shirley Temple (former ambassador to Ghana) and President Jimmy Carter. We produce value-added gourmet chocolate tailored specifically to export markets resulting in enhanced foreign exchange revenues for Ghana. The sale of Omanhene chocolate results in higher revenues and consequently higher wages for both workers at the chocolate factory and for local cocoa farmers. Since cocoa is a commodity crop, farm incomes in Ghana are subject to world cocoa price fluctuations. Ghanaian cocoa farmers have previously been forced to abandon their farms when world cocoa prices stagnate.
Company Profile PokuPharma is a limited liability company registered under the companies code 1963 (Act 179). Having complied with the provisions of companies' code, it commenced business in 5th march 1998 to supply pharmaceutical products under the pharmacy act 1994(Act 489) section 30 and 31. The company is located at Kumasi Asafo near Ahmadiah mosque in the Ashanti Region of Ghana West Africa. Objectives The objectives of PokuPharma are to supply quality drugs and ensure quality healthcare throughout the country. In the future PokuPharma entry in the pharmaceutical industry can best be described as the dawn of the new dimension in the pharmaceutical distribution channel. As the holders of the largest distribution network we ensure that a product from us reaches every corner of the country. The future of the company is bright and the possibility of producing our own drug and affiliation with international pharmaceutical companies has not been left out in the quest for bigger growth.
Kapi Limited is a Kenyan company which has been manufacturing a range of eco-friendly Pyrethrum based insecticides since 1964, both under its own brand names and as contract manufacturer for international distributors and multinational pesticide companies. Located in the Rift Valley, right at the source of supply of the safest and most environmentally friendly insecticide, Kapi Limited has a direct and most privileged access to Pyrethrum. Pyrethrum is commonly used to control major insect pests in and around the home. First known for the quality of the mosquito coils it manufactures, Kapi Limited now offers a wide and comprehensive range of products to a growing number of demanding customers. Today, Kapi Limited has the largest mosquito coil production capacity in Sub-Saharan Africa, which makes it the most reliable source of supply. Kapi Limited is a market leader in Kenya and is also very much export orientated (in 1996/1997, over 75% of our turnover was realised abroad). We export our products to South Africa, Zimbabwe, Malawi, Sweden, Finland, Norway, Estonia, Switzerland and Italy. New market opportunities are arising in neighbouring countries and on the European continent, where consumers are more than ever quality conscious.Our comprehensive range of environment and user-friendly natural Pyrethrum based products include: • Mosquito Coils: formulated with natural Pyrethrum flowers to kill and repel mosquitoes. • Mossi Chips: for use in electrical mosquito destroyer vapouriser. Volatilize natural pyrethrins to kill and repel mosquitoes. • Mosquito Sticks and Joss Sticks: fragrant incense sticks formulated with Kenyan natural Pyrethrum to kill and repel mosquitoes or just to perfume your environment pleasantly.• Flower DS 4%: a natural Pyrethrum Botanical Insecticide, with quick knockdown effects, no persistence in the environment, no residues and a proven safety to humans.• Home & Garden Insect Spray: a non-staining Pyrethrum water-based formulation incorporating a trigger sprayer. For easy spot control of household and garden insect pests. • Pet Shampoo: insecticidal, containing natural refined Pyrethrum for safe and effective control of fleas, ticks, lice, etc. on domestic animals. Kapi has a proven reputation for the manufacture of eco-friendly Natural Pyrethrum insecticidal products. Our brands are leaders on the local market and we have established long-term relationships with our customers, both locally and overseas, some dating back 30 years. We also manufacture insecticides under contract for leading multinational brand names.Our constant quest for product quality, customer service, research and development are major factors encouraging our partners to choose Kapi Limited as their source of supply. Kapi Limited is also engaged in the production of a unique range of high quality arts and crafts.
Kapa Oil Refineries Ltd. is a leading manufacturer of quality edible oils, detergent powder, baking powder, laundry soap and glycerine and has been in operation for nearly 40 years now. Not only through experience, but also by having a vision into the future, can a company achieve this consistency for so long. We are committed to being the benchmark company for quality products in Africa. The operations of KAPA OIL REFINERIES LTD are focused on the It shall lead the market in terms of quality and performance of its products and customer service. The guiding principle of KAPA OIL REFINERIES LTD is and has been to give value for money by providing its customers with premium quality consumer goods at economical prices, and to achieve this aim while operating in an environmentally sensitive and socially conscious manner. All aspects of the manufacturing process are closely monitored from sourcing, receiving and warehousing of raw materials through to processing, packaging and delivery of manufactured goods. Quality is assured and guaranteed through continuous and thorough daily analysis in KAPA's six laboratories. The end result is a superb range of quality consumer goods available to all Kenyans. Environmental Policy: Kapa recognises that our operations have an affect on the local and global environment. As a result of this the management is committed to a programme of continual improvement and the prevention of pollution so as to minimise the potential harmful effects of such activities. Our guiding principle is to meet and, where possible to exceed all relevant environmental regulations, laws and codes of practice in order to minimise any adverse environmental effects caused as a consequence of our activities and products. We will implement our policies through a co-ordinated environmental management system. We will set targets and goals to improve our environmental performance. The company maintains that a primary part of its corporate environmental strategy is to sustainable waste management and to recycle materials wherever possible. Employee involvement in environmental matters is encouraged at all levels and will be promoted through training and communication to observe sound environmental practices. We will monitor the progress and publish an environmental performance report on a regular basis. The board of directors is committed to the implementation of this policy and will give full support to all those authorised to carry it out.
IET was formed in 1949 as International Aeradio EA Ltd and worked with Avionics Industry. In the eighties IET acquired the Motorola agency for Two-Way radio products and paging systems for East Africa. In 1998 the communications business was hived off into an associated company, ICS Ltd. In 1990 IET was appointed a Siemens agent in Kenya for A&D, PTD, I&S and PG and served the market for spare part needs and large infrastructure projects. in 1997 IET started to offer Siemens Simatic training in Kenya and over the years a need was identified for small to medium sized projects. In the last 3 years IET has successfully developed a strong local team of technical people who are able to offer Turn-key systems at affordable prices with a local presence. This has made IET unique in the market in niches such as Automation systems, Automation training etc. In 2001 IET was appointed Epcos AG agent for the E African Region. 2001 appointed Siemens representative for Uganda. Uganda operations started in August 2001.
Developer, producer and supplier of commercial explosives, initiating systems and blasting services for all mining, quarrying and construction markets in Africa. Whatever your blasting needs, AEL can provide the right product and service package for the task. ÊÊ Our products are designed to help customers increase their throughput and achieve optimal and consistent blasting results.Ê Custom-designed and integrated, our product range provides you with flexibility in matching requirements, features and price. Ê We offer high-quality packaged explosives, enhanced down-hole blends, and the most reliable small-diameter and up-hole bulk explosives for underground mining. Ê These products are initiated by superior, cost-effective capped fuse and igniter cord systems.Ê Suretubeª shock tube for matchless oil resistance, and the worldÕs most advanced programmable detonator systems and accessoriesÉ tailored to suit your specific cost and performance requirements. Established in 1896, AEL is one of the world's leading suppliers of explosives and initiating systems. Based and headquartered in Johannesburg, South Africa, AEL also has production facilities and offices in Ghana, Mali, Tanzania, Ethiopia, Zambia, Zimbabwe and Botswana. We have many years of experience in overcoming the challenges of bringing hi-tech solutions and quality products to remote locations that typically lack infrastructure. AEL offers the entire range of technology - from the basic to the most advanced. Our products are designed to help customers increase their throughput and achieve optimal and consistent blasting results. Custom-designed and integrated, our product range provides you with flexibility in matching requirements, features and price. AEL does more than simply provide products - we provide peace of mind. Whether you need a single product or a comprehensive service package, you are assured of receiving the appropriate technology and services. AEL serves both the underground narrow reef and massive mining segments, as well as the surface opencast, openpit, quarrying and construction segments.Ê A powerful combination of expertise and experience enables us to respond to changing market needs with precision and agility. Ê We focus on taking the very latest technology and concepts into these diverse segments and providing them with the full range of technically advanced products and services they require. We focus on helping our customers to increase their mining profits through optimised blasting and rock breaking.Ê We leverage blasting technology to help improve your bottom-line results.Ê ThatÕs why we stay ahead of the latest developments in the fast-evolving world of blasting. Ê A significant percentage of our turnover is dedicated to our research and technology group to enable it to develop novel ideas that benefit AEL and our customers. Ê As we are committed to safety and to advancing explosives technology, we strongly support local and international associations with similar goals such as the National Institute of Explosives and Technology SA (NIXT), the International Explosives Safety Organisation (SAFEX) and the International Society of Explosives Engineers (ISEE). Ê Through our pro-active approach and high profile membership of these associations, we are involved in shaping the blasting industry.Ê The areas of innovation span raw materials, products, new processes and systems, blast consulting services and blasting software.
Unified Chemicals is a large manufacturing company in southern Africa with our base of operations in Lusaka, Zambia.We produce the highest grade cooking oil and soon, will also manufacture detergents in Lusaka, Zambia. This plant has been completed and production has started in Lusaka with sales on the market of Ole vegetable oil. The highly modern and sanitary manufacturing facility produces vegetable oil to the highest international standard. The correct application of physical and chemical processes are insured by the suitability of our equipment and the care with which the processes are allied. Our highly skilled staff, constantly monitor production in order to ensure that every bottle of oil produced consistently maintains the high standards we have set. Because of the efficiency of our systems our plant conserves energy, and we are able, as a result, to bring our products to market at very reasonable cost, continuing the company's tradition of value and quality. We are scrupulous in our choice of material for our vegetable oil. This ensures that the oil is not only pure and good tasting, but healthy, to promote the well being of the buying public. The quality of our oil has been well accepted by the market. Management feels that the company has reached the stage for a deep foray into both domestic as well as international markets. Soap and detergent plants are expected to go on stream soon as well. Unified Chemical Company was founded incorporated in Zambia in 1979, to help meet shortages of essential commodities occurring at that time. Over the years the company has established a name for producing high quality products at low prices. Recognizing a need for locally produced vegetable oil, the company began the construction of a new, modern vegetable oil refining center to continue its tradition of high quality products.During the period, 1998 – 2003, the company went through a major rehabilitation of its plant and facilities culminating in the establishment of a modern plant along Katanga Road in the industrial area of Lusaka for the refining of crude soya oil and the manufacturing of soaps and detergents.The plant and technology for the refinery was supplied by De Smet of Belgium who are the world leaders in edible oil refining technology. The oil refinery was commissioned in June 2004. The plant has the capacity to refine 2,000 MT of oil per month. The market share of the company in the domestic sector is steadily increasing over the past one year. During this period, limited quantities have been exported to neighbouring countries as well. IMSA (Impianti Macchine Saponi of Italy) supplied the technology for the soap and glycerine divisions.