Chris Kirubi is one of the richest personalities in Kenya.
Kirubi is a businessman, philanthropist and industrialist.
He is among the most influential persons in the nation.
You cannot talk about who owns Kenya without mentioning Kirubi.
Sources indicate that his net worth is around $ 300 million.
He has invested in different sectors of the economy.
Here is a list of companies Kirubi owns:
1. Haco Industries
Kirubi acquired Haco industries in 1998.
The company is known for the distribution of different consumer products including palmers and TCB.
In 2008, he decided to work with a Tiger Brands, based in South Africa to take it to the next level.
The company has employed more than 700 Kenyans and foreigners since it was founded.
2. Capital FM
Kirubi is the owner of Capital FM.
He once said that he decided to venture in this sector because of his great love for business.
He also dreamt of hosting a radio show.
“I didn’t just want to acquire the station solely for the financial dividends it was eventually going to give me; I wanted to love the business, I wanted to understand the business from the very basics," he said.
3. Centum Investment
Centum is among the first companies that come into one’s mind whenever you mention the name Kirubi.
He is one of the largest shareholders at the firm.
The firm operates at a capital of $ 92 million.
4. UAP Insurance
Kirubi has also ventured into the insurance sector to expand his business empire.
He is among the largest shareholders of UAP insurance company.
This is the third largest insurance company in East Africa.
5. Two Rivers Mall
This is the biggest mall in Kenya.
Kirubi once announced that he wants to cede some of his shares at Centum investment and Old Mutual to invest in the mall. The mall attracts shoppers from different parts of Nairobi and its environs.