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Chatthe Group

Established in 2007, Kibos Sugar and Allied Industries Ltd is one of Kenya’s leading integrated sugar manufacturers, strategically located in Kibos, Kisumu County. The company commissioned a modern 1,650 TCD (Tonnes of Cane per Day) Greenfield sugar factory alongside a 3MW co-generation power plant, marking the beginning of a transformative journey in the region’s agro-industrial sector.

Driven by continuous growth and innovation, KSAIL expanded its crushing capacity to 3,500 TCD within just five years of operation and increased its co-generation capacity from 3MW to 18MW. This major expansion was successfully commissioned in December 2014, reinforcing the company’s commitment to operational excellence and sustainable industrial development.

Today, KSAIL operates a nucleus estate spanning over 4,000 acres and works closely with a strong network of out-growers cultivating sugarcane across Kisumu, Kakamega, Kericho, and Nandi counties. As of December 2022, the total area under cane cultivation stood at approximately 57,451 hectares, supporting thousands of farmers and livelihoods across the region.

Over the years, KSAIL has evolved into a diversified industrial group under the umbrella of the Chatthe Group, with investments in sugar manufacturing, power generation, packaging, distillation, refining, and fertilizer production.

Our Products

KSAIL produces high-quality white and brown sugar marketed under the trusted brand Star Sugar – Simply Sweet!

By-Products

Through efficient resource utilization and sustainable manufacturing practices, the company also generates valuable by-products including:

Bagasse
Molasses
Filter Mud
Boiler Ash

Plant Efficiency Upgrade

As part of its commitment to sustainability and energy efficiency, KSAIL recently undertook a comprehensive plant modernization program aimed at reducing steam consumption from 45% to 32% and improving bagasse conservation for increased power generation.

Key upgrades included:

Expansion of crushing capacity to 4,500 TCD
Upgrade of the old boiler from 37 tons to 50 tons
Installation of advanced Electrostatic Precipitators (ESP) alongside Mechanical Dust Collectors (MDC)
Installation of bagasse dryers
Adoption of advanced electrical drives with Variable Speed Drive (VSD) technology
Installation of high-efficiency falling film evaporators
Deployment of capacitor banks and mechanical circulators
Replacement of conventional heat exchangers with automated direct contact heaters
Full plant automation through a modern Distributed Control System (DCS)

Impact of the Upgrade

These improvements have significantly enhanced operational efficiency and environmental sustainability by:

Reducing energy consumption and overall power demand
Improving boiler and process efficiency
Enhancing electrical power factor and operational performance
Increasing bagasse savings for use as raw material in paper manufacturing
Achieving improved process control through advanced automation systems

Diversification & Value Addition

Leveraging the in-house availability of molasses, bagasse, and filter mud, KSAIL has successfully diversified into downstream industries focused on value addition and sustainable industrial growth.

Its diversified entities include:

Kibos Paper and Packaging Limited
Kibos Distillers Limited
Kibos Sugar Refineries Limited
Kibos Fertilizers Ltd

Through innovation, sustainability, and strategic diversification, KSAIL continues to play a pivotal role in Kenya’s agro-industrial development while creating long-term value for farmers, communities, and stakeholders.

Our Core Values

At KiBos Sugar and Allied Industries Ltd, our culture is guided by two powerful value pillars — SUGAR and GREEN — reflecting both our industrial heritage and our commitment to sustainable growth, innovation, and responsible corporate leadership.

SUGAR

reflects our industry and operational culture

GREEN

reinforces sustainability and corporate responsibility.

SUGAR Values

S – Sustainability

We are committed to sustainable industrial practices that protect the environment, support communities, and ensure long-term business growth.

U – Unity

We foster teamwork, collaboration, and strong partnerships with employees, farmers, customers, and stakeholders to achieve shared success.

G – Growth

We continuously pursue growth through innovation, operational excellence, diversification, and investment in people and technology.

A – Accountability

We uphold integrity, transparency, and responsibility in all our operations, ensuring trust and reliability in everything we do.

R – Resourcefulness

We embrace creativity, efficiency, and smart problem-solving to maximize value and drive continuous improvement.

GREEN Values

G – Governance

We maintain strong corporate governance practices founded on ethics, compliance, transparency, and responsible leadership.

R – Responsibility

We are dedicated to social, environmental, and economic responsibility in the way we conduct our business and serve our communities.

E – Excellence

We strive for excellence in product quality, operational performance, customer service, and stakeholder satisfaction.

E – Empowerment

We believe in empowering our employees, farmers, and partners through opportunity, knowledge, and inclusive growth.

N – New Solutions

We champion innovation and modern technologies to create sustainable solutions that drive industry transformation and future readiness.

Together, SUGAR and GREEN define who we are — a forward-looking organization committed to sustainable manufacturing, responsible growth, and lasting value creation.

Chatthe Group

A Group of Allied Companies

Kibos Sugar & Allied Industries Limited

Commissioned in 2007, the facility is a modern 3,500 TCD greenfield sugarcane factory equipped with an 18 MW cogeneration power plant.

Kibos Paper and Packaging Limited

Commissioned in July 2017, the facility is a modern pulp, paper, and carton manufacturing plant designed for integrated production and efficient operations.

Kibos Distillers Limited

Commissioned in August 2016, the facility produces ethanol for commercial sale using molasses, a by-product of sugar processing, as its primary raw material.