Athi River is a fast growing town, thanks to the many big industries in the area including East Africa Portland cement, Athi River mining, Kenya Meat Commission, Mombasa Cement and Export Processing Zones, EPZ among others.
This industrial development in the area has attracted many developers to construct residential houses for the big population of workers employed in these industries as well as businessmen.
Residents of Athi River have only one major supermarket, Tuskys supermarket located near Co-operative bank, Athi River branch.
Most shoppers prefer to go to Kitengela or shop in town. Athi River mall will, therefore, come as a relief to the residents of Athi River.
Stanlib, a South African company is planning to construct a Sh1.2 billion shopping mall in Athi River, next to East Africa portland cement company.
The mall will change the face of Athi River town and meet the demands of the growing middle class in the area.