Who we are

Jump to :

About Us

Simba Corporation is an integrated business group headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya with controlling interests in diversified fields as motor sales and service, assembly, hospitality, finance and real estate.

Founded in 1948 by Mr. Abdul Karim Popat, we have grown from a modest used-car sales enterprise into one of Kenya's foremost diversified business groups. Our rich heritage in the motor and hospitality industries enables us to provide world-class solutions at every touchpoint.

vision

To be a trusted, innovative, and diversified world-class Pan-African corporation.

Mission

To establish a Pan-African corporation that creates value for our customers, employees, investors, partners and suppliers by nurturing mutually beneficial relationships, efficient operations and financial prudence.

Our Values

Integrity

Integrity is the bedrock of our company. We are consistent, honest and we keep our word.

Accountability

We are accountable to our stakeholders and we will be responsible for all corporate actions.

Stewardship

All actions and decisions will be made with full integrity with a view to protecting our stakeholders. We strive to promote a conducive environment for our customers and employees

People

From our employees to our customers, people are the foundation of our business. Respect and dignity are at the forefront of all our interactions.

Innovation

We thrive on innovative approaches to existing products, processes, and ideas. This has been a critical instrument to our sustained success.

Relationships

Relationships are the basis of our business at Simba Corp. We aspire to maintain trusted relationships with all our stakeholders.

Entrepreneurship

We are go getters. We aspire to be entrepreneurial in all aspects of our business.

Our story

Follow Simba Corporation’s journey from the late 40’s, through Kenya’s golden age to become one of the most successful homegrown entities in the field of motor vehicle sales & service. By preserving the unique aspects of our heritage, we have diversified into the fields of assembly, hospitality, finance and trade.

2023

Launched the Mahindra Tractors and Implements

2022

Launched Colt Power Solutions

2022

Acquired the main Distributorship of Ashok Leyland productsc

2022

Launched the local assembly of the Mitsubishi L200 Double Cabin Pickup

2021

Launched the Nairobi Street Kitchen
Acquired Ashok Leyland Franchise

2020

Commenced local assembly of Mahindra pick-ups, launched by H.E. the President at State House Nairobi
Launched local assemly and distribution of Proton, launched by H.E. the President at AVA Mombasa

2019

Acquired the Proton franchise
Acquired the Fieldking franchise

2018

Naresh Leekha appointed as Group Managing Director-Motor Division

2017

Completed the acquisition of Associated Vehicle Assemblers (AVA) as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Simba Corporation
Acquired 35% stake in Hemingways Group of hotels
Adil Popat named Executive Chairman and Dinesh Kotecha appointed as Group CEO