Serving the growing rural communities in Kenya, is one of Davis & Shirtliff’s main business objectives bringing technical expertise and products closer to the people. Since devolution, the company, which celebrated its 70th anniversary in 2016, has opened 20 branches and will this week opens its 52nd branch in its network - at Ongata Rongai

- the second in Kajiado County and the official opening will be officiated by the Hon Joshua Majakusi, Kajiado County Water Minister.

The new Ongata Rongai branch will offer a wide range of water and energy solutions from leading premium suppliers as well as the company’s own quality brand Dayliff; all of which will be available in a wide range and from stock. In addition to the borehole pumps, the branch will also offer a wide array of surface booster pumps, water treatment and water transfer solutions for domestic, industrial and agriculture use. Currently, Davis & Shirtliff offers over 5,000 product lines.

Labelled a “dry county”, but blessed with fertile soil, Kajiado is fast becoming the food basket of Nairobi, replacing Kiambu whose agriculture lands are being converted into real estate. Its proximity to the capital has attracted a growing agriculture sector, using drip irrigation, greenhouses and new technology to cultivate its vast lands.

Speaking at the official opening, David Gatende, D&S chief executive officer said “The company has introduced solar technology and Solar powered water solutions which are more reliable, require no maintenance and are a more cost effective option in the long term due to their zero running costs.”

The Davis & Shirtliff Ongata Rongai branch is located at Rongai Bees-ness Park, 120meters from the Maasai Lodge stage/junction along Magadi Road.