Sameer Group is a prominent conglomerate based in Kenya, engaged in a range of business sectors including agriculture, manufacturing, and real estate. Founded by businessman Naushad Merali, Sameer Group has a significant footprint in East Africa, with operations in sectors that include:
- Agriculture and Agribusiness: Sameer Agriculture and Livestock Ltd is one of the group’s subsidiaries focusing on dairy production, under brands like Daima and others.
- Manufacturing: Sameer Africa Ltd, another key entity, operates in the tire manufacturing sector. This company produces Yana and other brands, which are well-known throughout Kenya and other parts of East Africa.
- Financial Services: The group has been involved in financial services in the past and has had associations with companies in banking, insurance, and investment.
- Real Estate and Infrastructure: Sameer Business Park in Nairobi is a significant real estate investment by the group, providing commercial space to a variety of businesses and tenants.
- Telecommunications: Sameer Group was previously involved in the telecommunications industry through a partnership with Bharti Airtel, but they have since scaled back their involvement in this sector.
Over the years, Sameer Group has expanded and diversified, and it remains a key player in Kenya’s economy with a notable influence on various sectors across the East African region.