
The Stockists Competition launched as part of the D&S 75th Anniversary celebrations has recently concluded with the winner, Ragsons Hardware, receiving a Toyota Probox as first prize. An award ceremony was held at D&S Tatu City Distribution where the winners' prize was presented with runners up Buildmart Tiles Hardware and Abokor Supplies Ltd also receiving gifts.

After much preparation a new D&S era has now begun with David Gatende's retirement at the end-May Founders Day and George Mbugua's accession to the CEO role. The transition was well celebrated during this traditional event and due recognition was given to David's exceptional 36-year career. Both David and George gave excellent addresses and I'm confident that D&S is well set to continue on its successful path.

New products are the life blood of any organization and the D&S Technical Division under Director Philip Holi have been busy developing various new innovations that are now ready for distribution throughout the D&S network.

D&S Tanzania under MD Ben Munyao has recently opened its eigth branch in Mbeya, a city in the southwest area of the country that sits in a dramatic location beneath Loleza Peak and between the soaring Mbeya and Poroto mountain ranges.

The time-honoured tradition of Founders Day, the D&S celebration that marks the company's incorporation by founders Eddie Davis and Dick Shirtliff was this year held at D&S' Distribution Center at Tatu City.

My journey of 26 years with this great company has led me to taking up the responsibility as Group CEO with effect from June 2022. It has been a wonderful experience to see and participate in the growth the company has achieved over these years, and a high honour and a privilege to be asked to lead such a world-class and important business.

As world leaders continue to make pledges to achieve net zero I global warming targets, it's time to reflect on the potential of the country's underground water, and how to sustainably manage and protect these largely untapped natural resources that would be a game-changer for our economy. Kenya is a water scarce country with large parts of our lands being predominantly arid with frequent water shortages including in major towns.