Opening
Juja Abattoir isn’t your typical slaughterhouse. Just 35 km from Nairobi, it’s a purpose-built facility specializing in premium, halal-certified meat processing—ushering in a new standard for Kenyan meat quality.
State-of-the-Art Infrastructure
The facility integrates:
- Cold chain storage
- Clean-room packaging
- Modern slaughter and logistics zones
This addresses prior industry issues like inadequate hygiene, supply chain gaps, and government coordination needs.
Skilled Workforce
Juja employs trained butchers and technicians with high precision in cutting and packaging. Their skill ensures consistency, traceability, and adherence to strict customer or regulatory specifications .
Comprehensive Services
From slaughter and lairage holding to packaging and shipment, Juja offers end-to-end services—confirming each carcass is fit for the export line. Daily capacity includes 6,000 small stock, 400 cattle, and 15 camels.
Food Safety Focus
Adherence to halal protocols goes hand-in-hand with global food safety standards. Regular inspections by veterinary, public health, and export authorities protect quality, prevent contamination, and uphold international compliance.
Export Certifications & Reach
Certified to export to GCC countries (Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, UAE), with future plans for Saudi Arabia, Juja has successfully met rigorous inspection and documentation standards .
Challenges & Solutions
Recognizing historic challenges—lack of organized cold storage, marketing, and government coordination—Juja was founded to close those gaps, delivering a one-stop solution for meat producers and exporters.
Impact on Regional Industry
Juja is raising the bar for Kenyan abattoirs. By attracting more producers into formal value chains, it’s improving hygiene, traceability, and revenue—potentially turning Kenya into a global meat supplier.
In redefining meat processing practices, Juja showcases how investment in infrastructure, governance, and operational excellence can modernize agribusiness—delivering premium, safe meat to international consumers daily.