Local brands feted as Kenya gears towards sustainable development

The Dependable Brands awards brought together brands from different sectors, including real estate, automobile, education, healthcare and travel. 

During the ceremony, Fanaka Real Estate was named Real Estate Brand of the Year, with its Chief Executive Officer, Moses Muriithi, feted as the CEO of the Year 2026 in recognition of his contribution to the firm's growth in Kenya's competitive real estate sector.

Speaking during the ceremony, Muriithi said the recognition reflects the company’s commitment to customer-focused service, integrity, accountability, credibility and innovation in the delivery of land investment solutions.

“It is both humbling and motivating, and I dedicate it to our incredible team, partners, and everyone who has been part of this journey. Events like these provide a great opportunity to network, exchange ideas, and build meaningful relationships with fellow industry leaders,” Muriithi shared.

Also feted was Geoffrey Gichuki, Fanaka’s branch and marketing manager at their Mombasa Road branch, where he received a nomination for the Nairobi Metropolitan Land Investment Advisor of the Year 2026.

In the education category, Tricent Medical College was recognised as the Medical Training Institution of the Year 2026,  while Samira Mobile Accessories were feted as the accessories brand of the year. 

Several other brands were feted during the ceremony. The Dependable Brands awards recognise organisations and business leaders across Africa that have demonstrated consistency, integrity and reliability in delivering products and services to customers.

The awards come at a time when Kenya's real estate industry continues to grapple with concerns over fraudulent land transactions, with industry players increasingly placing emphasis on transparency and customer trust.

Dependable Brands seeks to recognise and promote excellence across various African industries. The awards aim to foster brand excellence, enhance consumer confidence, and drive sustainable growth by providing a platform for brands to showcase their commitment to integrity and excellence.