Jos Hansen operations

A century of expertise, quality and service.

Founded in Hamburg in 1919. Operating across Africa since 1953. Today, Jos•Hansen Limited is Africa's trusted partner across Human Health, Animal Health, Crop Science and Environmental Science.

$500M
Project Capacity
1,300+
Completed Projects
100+
Years of Excellence
9+
African Countries

An industry leader in practical lifesciences solutions.

Jos Hansen is an industry leader in providing practical solutions for Human Health, Animal Health, Crop Science and Environmental Science. We specialise in sourcing, procurement, provision, installation and ongoing support — ensuring every client receives a turnkey solution tailored to their specific needs.

As climate change intensifies and new viruses, pests and pathogens threaten ecosystems, we are at the forefront of developing advanced technology-driven interventions to safeguard human and animal health while ensuring sustainable agricultural practices.

"It is crucial for Africa to have world-class solutions — and we make it our mission to deliver them by working with renowned international manufacturers and leveraging our extensive regional expertise."
Jos Hansen team
70+
Years in Africa

Where we are headed

To enhance lives in Africa through the deployment of innovative, preventive and curative life sciences solutions across the continent — and to bridge the gap between industry pioneers and local stakeholders to foster transformative solutions.

What we do every day

To reduce the burden of disease in Africa by providing accessible, innovative medical, agricultural and environmental science technologies.

R.E.S.T — the foundation of every commitment we make.

R

Reliability

A name you can trust. Our solutions are dependable and professionally executed — from the first conversation to ongoing support.

E

Efficiency

We operate with precision, ensuring rapid and effective delivery across logistics, installation and commissioning.

S

Satisfaction

Your success is our priority. We tailor every solution to meet your unique requirements, goals and budget.

T

Tailor-Made Solutions

We invest time in understanding your specific requirements — delivering customised, high-impact solutions built to last.

From Hamburg to a truly African platform.

German origin, Nairobi entry, then steady subsidiary growth across Africa — one century of continuous presence on the continent.

1919
Founded in Germany
70+
Years in Africa
1919
Founded
Hamburg, Germany
1953
Jos Hansen (East Africa) Ltd.
Nairobi, Kenya
1960
Jos Hansen (Uganda) Ltd.
Kampala, Uganda
1961
Jos Hansen (Ethiopia) Ltd.
Addis Ababa
1963
Jos Hansen (Zambia) Ltd.
Zambia
1965
Jos Hansen (Tanzania) Ltd.
Dar es Salaam
1974
Water Engineering
Zambia
1982
Jos Hansen (Ghana) Ltd.
Accra, Ghana
1996
Jos Hansen (Malawi) Ltd.
Lilongwe
1998
Jos Hansen (Rwanda) Ltd.
Kigali
2021
Regional operations transition
Nairobi HQ
Germany
Procurement and quality assurance
Nairobi
Operational headquarters
Africa
Subsidiary execution network

Visionary leadership driving continental impact.

Eng. Patrick Obath

Chairman, Board of Directors

Eng. Patrick Obath

Chairman, Board of Directors

Eng. Patrick Obath

Patrick Obath is an experienced Board Chairman with over 35 years of business experience. He currently leads several boards both local and global, spanning across different sectors of the economy. Patrick is well versed in health, safety and environment management systems and processes. His input is manifested through being a stickler for good corporate governance, the promotion of diversity and being a champion for sustainability. He is a passionate advocate of board diversity and cultivates a pivotal role in driving the long-term sustainability of the business.

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Benard W. Njoroge

Group Managing Director

Benard W. Njoroge

Group Managing Director

Benard W. Njoroge

Benard Njoroge is the Founder and Group Managing Director of Adrian Group. He provides strategic direction and vision in delivering innovative business solutions to African markets. Through the Group's strategic vision of Powering the Future of Africa, Mr. Njoroge has pioneered the introduction of CyberKnife Oncology Equipment in Kenya — the first in East Africa. A Pan Africanist at heart, innovation is his core, investing in people is his belief and social impact is his driving force.

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The One Health approach.

At Jos Hansen, sustainability is at the heart of our operations. Through the One Health Approach, we integrate human, animal and environmental health to create safer ecosystems while eliminating adverse environmental impact.

We recognise that the health of people, animals and our planet are inseparable — and our work actively reflects that belief across every division and every market we serve.

Human Health

Preventive, curative and diagnostic technologies for communities across Africa.

Animal Health

Veterinary science and diagnostics strengthening livestock economies and food security.

Environmental Health

Water, waste and environmental monitoring infrastructure for sustainable futures.

From advisory to after-sales — we walk the full journey.

01

Research & Advisory

We assess your needs, evaluate applicable technologies and recommend the most suitable solutions from our global partner network.

02

Procurement, Installation & Commissioning

End-to-end supply chain management — procurement, logistics, site preparation, installation and full commissioning to operational status.

03

Expert Training

Hands-on training programmes for your teams, ensuring confident and effective operation of every system we deliver.

04

After-Sales Service

Preventive maintenance, spare parts management and rapid-response technical support — protecting your investment for the long term.

Doing Business The Right Way.

Our commitment to responsible business extends beyond profits — it defines how we operate, how we lead and how we grow.

01

Responsible Corporate Governance

Transparent leadership, ethical decision-making and accountability frameworks that meet international standards across all our subsidiaries.

02

Environmental Footprint

We actively work to minimise the environmental impact of our operations — promoting sustainable supply chains and eco-conscious procurement practices.

03

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

We champion diverse leadership and equitable opportunities — building teams that reflect the breadth and talent of the communities we serve across Africa.

Sustainable production
Positive impact creation
Transparent leadership
Strengthening diverse teams

Explore our four operational divisions.

Each division is a complete enterprise ecosystem — with products, projects, compliance and regional deployments.

Partner with Jos Hansen

Talk to our procurement and operations teams about your next infrastructure, healthcare or scientific deployment.

100+
Years of Excellence
1,300+
Projects Completed
9+
African Countries
4
Operating Divisions