By M, KNA
Kenafric Beverages and Bottling Limited has been recognized for its outstanding performance, innovation, and commitment to quality at the Kenya Beverage Excellence Awards 2025.
The company took home multiple awards reaffirming its leadership in Kenya’s dynamic beverage sector. Its flagship energy drink brand, STEAM, which includes STEAM Original, STEAM Power, and STEAM Recharge won three awards.
Notably, STEAM was named the most preferred energy drink in Kenya for its alleged trusted quality and enduring consumer appeal, while the newly introduced STEAM Recharge received the most preferred new beverage concept award, recognizing its customer-centered design and refreshing formulation.
Additionally, STEAM’s ‘Power Up Game On’ Campaign earned the first runner-up for Best Marketing Campaign of the Year, celebrating its creativity, engagement, and impact among Kenyan youth.
Further, Kenafric was also recognized as runner-up in the Manufacturer of the Year category, underscoring its reliability, consistency, and manufacturing excellence.
Speaking at the awards ceremony in Nairobi, Kenafric Beverages and Bottling , Managing Director (MD) Chehar Shahof said: “We are honoured by this recognition, which reflects the trust our consumers have in our products and the dedication of our team.
Shah noted that the variants of the STEAM Energy Drinks embody the company’s commitment to innovation and customer-centered product development, while Kenafric Beverages and Bottling Limited’s recognition as runner-up in the Manufacturer of the Year category underscored its unwavering focus on quality and reliability.
“These awards reaffirm our promise to continue delivering beverages that inspire and energize Kenya,” he stated.
According to the MD, the accolade for STEAM Recharge highlights Kenafric’s ability to anticipate and respond to consumer lifestyles through meaningful innovations.
Similarly, he pointed out that the success of STEAM, its ‘Power Up Game On’ campaign, and the Manufacturer of the Year recognition further reinforce Kenafric’s reputation as a trusted, quality-driven company committed to excellence, integrity, and continuous improvement across every aspect of its operations.
Brand Manager for STEAM at the company Ms Emmaculate Aoko, added: “This recognition is deeply rewarding because it comes directly from our consumers.
Aoko disclosed that STEAM and STEAM Recharge were developed through a deep understanding of what company’s customers want including reliability, refreshment, and energy that fit their lifestyles.
“The awards affirm our continuous drive to innovate, enhance quality, and deliver beverages that truly resonate with the Kenyan consumer,” she emphasised.
Meanwhile, the Kenya Beverage Excellence Awards celebrate excellence, innovation, and quality across Kenya’s beverage industry, recognizing brands and manufacturers that continuously raise standards and deliver products that meet evolving consumer needs. Categories span soft drinks, bottled water, juices, dairy beverages, and energy drinks.
