At Bidco Africa, leadership is more than decision-making—it’s about creating a bold vision for tomorrow and enabling people to thrive in it. Since our founding in 1985, our leadership has been rooted in the values of integrity, innovation, and inclusivity.
Since our founding in 1985, our leadership has been rooted in the values of integrity, innovation, and inclusivity.
We believe in servant leadership—where leaders lead from the front, serve with humility, and create an environment where people can do their best work. At the heart of our leadership ethos is a deep responsibility: to deliver value to our consumers, uplift our communities, and care for our planet.
From pioneering sustainable production practices to launching first-in-market innovations like bio-disposable diaper bags, our leaders are driving impact where it matters most; leading with purpose.
Bidco Soap manufacturing plant was commissioned in Nairobi
Bidco Oil Refineries Ltd was established in Thika
Elianto Seed Crushing plant
in Nakuru was acquired.
Bidco Tanzania Oil and Soap
was commissioned
Some beloved brands - Kimbo, Cowboy, Veebol and Tiger laundry bar were acquired.
Bidco Refinery Project in Dar-es-Salam and Bidco Uganda were set-up.
Jinja Complex was commissioned and official launch of Oil Palm plantation in Uganda.
BIDCO became the pioneer in standards of Fortification by commissioning the Fractionation plant.
New state of the art soap manufacturing plant was commissioned and Animal feeds production began in Nakuru.
COGEN plant was commissioned.
New state of art Detergent Manufacturing facility was constructed.
PET Plant was commissioned.
Bottler partnership with Monarch Beverages (Planet Soda, Planet Aqua water, Bubble Up and American Cola).
Chairman & Co-Founder,
Bidco Africa
Vimal Shah is the Chairman and Co-Founder of Bidco Africa, East Africa’s leading FMCG company with over 50 brands in 17 countries. A finance graduate from USIU, he transformed Bidco from a small soap factory into a regional powerhouse through innovation, sustainability, and inclusive growth. Vimal Shah is a recognized business leader, former chair of KEPSA and EABC, and founder of Mkenya Daima. He is a recipient of the Chief of the Order of the Burning Spear (CBS) and multiple honorary doctorates for his impact on African entrepreneurship.
Senior Executive Director & Co-Founder, Bidco Africa
Tarun Shah is the Senior Executive Director and Co-Founder of Bidco Africa. With a background in finance and accounting, he has led Bidco’s regional expansion and diversification into agribusiness, floriculture, and ICT. Tarun Shah plays a key role in strategic planning and risk management, ensuring operational excellence across Bidco’s multi-sector operations. He is a strong advocate for building local value chains and sustainable business practices across Africa.
Mihir Shah leads the Corporate Reporting & Treasury (CRT) division at Bidco Africa Ltd, overseeing financial risk management, compliance, and strategic treasury operations. With a keen eye on governance and sustainable growth, he plays a key role in aligning Bidco’s financial structures with its long-term business goals. His experience spans financial control, cash flow optimization, and stakeholder reporting, contributing to Bidco’s reputation as a financially resilient and forward-thinking FMCG leader.
