Kenafric Beverages and Bottling Limited has been recognised for its outstanding performance, innovation, and commitment to quality at the Kenya Beverage Excellence Awards 2025, taking home multiple honours that reaffirm its leadership in Kenya’s dynamic beverage sector.
The company’s flagship energy drink brand, STEAM, which includes STEAM Original, STEAM Power, and STEAM Recharge, won a total of 3 awards. STEAM was named the Most Preferred Energy Drink in Kenya for its trusted quality and enduring consumer appeal, while the newly introduced STEAM Recharge received the Most Preferred New Beverage Concept award, recognising its customer-centred design and refreshing formulation.
Additionally, STEAM’s Power Up Game On Campaign earned the First Runner-Up for Best Marketing Campaign of the Year, celebrating its creativity, engagement, and impact among Kenyan youth.
Kenafric Beverages and Bottling Limited was also recognised as Runner-Up in the Manufacturer of the Year category, underscoring its reliability, consistency, and manufacturing excellence. Speaking at the awards ceremony, Chehar Shah, Managing Director of Kenafric Beverages and Bottling Limited, said:
“We are honoured by this recognition, which reflects the trust our consumers have in our products and the dedication of our team. The variants of the STEAM Energy Drinks embody our commitment to innovation and customer-centred product development, while Kenafric Beverages and Bottling Limited’s recognition as Runner-Up in the Manufacturer of the Year category underscores our unwavering focus on quality and reliability. These awards reaffirm our promise to continue delivering beverages that inspire and energise Kenya.”
The accolade for STEAM Recharge highlights Kenafric’s ability to anticipate and respond to consumer lifestyles through meaningful innovation. The success of STEAM, its Power Up Game On Campaign, and the Manufacturer of the Year recognition further reinforce Kenafric’s reputation as a trusted, quality-driven company committed to excellence, integrity, and continuous improvement across every aspect of its operations.
Emmaculate Aoko, Brand Manager for STEAM at Kenafric Beverages and Bottling Limited, added:
“This recognition is deeply rewarding because it comes directly from our consumers. STEAM and STEAM Recharge were developed through a deep understanding of what our customers want: reliability, refreshment, and energy that fit their lifestyle. The awards affirm our continuous drive to innovate, enhance quality, and deliver beverages that truly resonate with the Kenyan consumer.”
The Kenya Beverage Excellence Awards celebrate excellence, innovation, and quality across Kenya’s beverage industry, recognising brands and manufacturers that continuously raise standards and deliver products that meet evolving consumer needs. Categories span soft drinks, bottled water, juices, dairy beverages, and energy drinks.
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