Commercial companies in the country are one of the key tools that help in economic development in a country as they produce good and services that generate income. They also create jobs to unemployed people. In addition setting up of any company has lots of benefits to a nation and the locals within the vicinity. Thus highly encouraged.
In the article below find some of the biggest leading companies which are also the top business centre of Uasin Gishu county which also provide essential goods and services in the area.
- Rivatex East Africa
Rivatex East Africa Limited is one of the dominating company in Eldoret situated along Kipkaren road. Rivatex is one of the leading textile factory in Kenya which produces quality products. It also embraces innovation for consistent and sustainable supply of quality fabrics and apparels both locally and internationally.
- RaiPly Wood Factory
This a factory that produces all type of block board and other timber boards and also produce mattresses, match-boxes and offers employement to almost half of the residents in huruma and mwanzo estate in Eldoret, where it is located.
- Kenya Cooperative Creameries (KCC)
Kenya Cooperative Creameries (KCC) is also one of the companies in Eldoret that produces milk. The farmers have seen their fortunes get better after the commissioning of a new milk production line at New KCC factory in Eldoret. This leading food company has led to development of dairy farming in Eldoret.
- Kenya Power and Lighting Company
This one of the companies in Eldoret that operates most of the electricity transmission and distribution system in the town and other parts in the area. It’s location in the area has boosted the economic growth and development in Eldoret. It has also promoted education in the town by providing place for field attachments.
This major companies along with many social amenities and education institutions has led to rapid growth and expansion of Eldoret Town center. This has made it to be one of the best Towns to reside in.
By Kelvin Kwemoi
