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Muthokinju Paints and Cement is a well-known Kenyan company that supplies paints, cement, waterproofing products, adhesives and other construction materials. It has grown into a trusted brand with multiple branches across the country. The company is famous for quality products and reliable service in the building sector.
The name "Muthokinju" comes from the founders’ names:
Muthoni (MUTHO) + Kimani (KI) + Njuguna (NJU).
This personal touch reflects the strong family roots of the business.
It was started in 1995 in Kasarani, Nairobi, by Susan Muthoni Kimani and Barnabas Njuguna. Susan, who previously ran a restaurant, decided to enter the hardware business after learning from dealing with perishable good.
In its early years, the company began as a single small paint shop. It focused on offering good quality products and honest service. By 2004, it was formally registered as a limited company, which helped it grow beyond Nairobi.
Later, the founders passed leadership to the next generation. Their son, Benjamin Kimani Njatha, became Managing Director and CEO, with his wife Sarafina Njatha as Operations Director. Under Benjamin’s guidance, the business has expanded rapidly and now operates many branches nationwide.
Today, Muthokinju continues to open new stores in towns across Kenya and remains a proud family-owned enterprise. From humble beginnings in 1995, it stands as an inspiring example of Kenyan entrepreneurship, smart branding and successful family business succession.
The name "Muthokinju" comes from the founders’ names:
Muthoni (MUTHO) + Kimani (KI) + Njuguna (NJU).
This personal touch reflects the strong family roots of the business.
It was started in 1995 in Kasarani, Nairobi, by Susan Muthoni Kimani and Barnabas Njuguna. Susan, who previously ran a restaurant, decided to enter the hardware business after learning from dealing with perishable good.
In its early years, the company began as a single small paint shop. It focused on offering good quality products and honest service. By 2004, it was formally registered as a limited company, which helped it grow beyond Nairobi.
Later, the founders passed leadership to the next generation. Their son, Benjamin Kimani Njatha, became Managing Director and CEO, with his wife Sarafina Njatha as Operations Director. Under Benjamin’s guidance, the business has expanded rapidly and now operates many branches nationwide.
Today, Muthokinju continues to open new stores in towns across Kenya and remains a proud family-owned enterprise. From humble beginnings in 1995, it stands as an inspiring example of Kenyan entrepreneurship, smart branding and successful family business succession.