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Our Story

Rooted in Africa,
Reaching the World

Jakana Foods Ltd. was born from a belief that East Africa's extraordinary tropical fruits deserve a place on tables across the globe — without compromise on quality, freshness, or sustainability.

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Who We Are

A Passion for Tropical Excellence

Jakana Foods Ltd. is a leading producer and exporter of fresh, dehydrated, and freeze-dried tropical fruits headquartered in East Africa. We work directly with smallholder and commercial farms across the region to source the finest pineapples, mangoes, jackfruits, bananas, papayas, and watermelons.

Our state-of-the-art processing facility combines traditional fruit knowledge with modern food science to deliver products that exceed international quality standards. Every batch is traceable from farm to package.

With over a decade of export experience and partnerships spanning 15+ countries, Jakana Foods is your trusted long-term partner for tropical fruit supply.

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Our Purpose

Mission, Vision & Values

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Mission
To supply world-class tropical fruits that nourish people globally — while uplifting East African farming communities and protecting our natural environment.
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Vision
To become the most trusted tropical fruit brand in the world — synonymous with quality, sustainability, and authentic African origin.
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Values
Integrity in every trade. Innovation in processing. Impact in every community we work with. Quality that never compromises.
Our Journey

Growing Year by Year

2010
Company Founded
Jakana Foods established in Nairobi, Kenya — starting with fresh fruit sourcing and domestic distribution.
2013
First Export Shipment
First successful export of fresh mango to the UAE — opening the door to international trade.
2016
Dehydration Plant Opens
Launched our dedicated dehydration processing facility, adding a second product line and extending shelf life for export.
2019
ISO 22000 Certification
Achieved ISO 22000 and HACCP certification — unlocking European and North American markets.
2022
Freeze-Dry Technology
Installed advanced freeze-drying equipment, completing our three-product-line portfolio and dramatically expanding market reach.
2025
15+ Export Markets
Now supplying premium tropical fruits to over 15 countries across Europe, Asia, Middle East, and North America.
Our Team

The People Behind Jakana

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James Odhiambo
CEO & Founder
15+ years in agribusiness export. Passionate about transforming African agriculture into global value chains.
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Dr. Amina Hassan
Head of Quality
PhD in Food Science. Oversees all certification programs and product quality standards across our facilities.
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Peter Mwangi
Farm Relations
Coordinates with 200+ farm partners across Kenya and Uganda to ensure quality and fair trade practices.
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Grace Achieng
Export & Logistics
Specialist in international trade compliance, cold chain management, and global customer relations.
Certifications

Globally Recognized Standards

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ISO 22000
Food Safety Management
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HACCP
Hazard Analysis System
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Halal Certified
Global Halal Accreditation
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Organic Options
Selected Product Lines
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Phytosanitary
Government Plant Health