Firms Expand in Africa with New HQs, Platforms, and KSh 150Mn Investment - October 2025

GFP International, a US-based non-governmental organization, has established its African headquarters in Nairobi to address the continent’s growing industrial and manufacturing skills gap. In another expansion, PZ Cussons East Africa, the maker of Imperial Leather, will invest KSh 150 million over the next year to expand its East African operations and refresh its product portfolio. This investment aims to allay concerns about the company's regional presence amidst global restructuring. Additionally, African digital health firm Smart Applications International has launched two new digital platforms in Zambia. These platforms are aimed at enhancing patient access, hospital management, and insurance coordination.