Njeru Industries Limited, a family-owned tea company controlled by Kenyan businessman Henry Njeru, has been placed under administration following a court order issued on Sept. 3 under the Insolvency Act. The move highlights growing challenges in Kenyas 1.3 billion tea sector.
Court appoints administrators at Njeru Industries
The court appointed insolvency practitioners P.V.R. Rao and Swaroop Rao Ponangipalli as joint administrators, transferring control of the companys operations and assets from its directors. Creditors have until Sept. 30, 2025, to submit their claims.