Empowering Africa
Humphrey Kariuki is a seasoned entrepreneur and the founder of Janus Continental Group (JCG), a pan-African company with investments in various sectors, including energy, hospitality, conservation, and real estate. With 40 years of experience in business and management, Kariuki has earned a reputation for innovative leadership and a strong commitment to sustainability. His vision focuses on driving economic growth in Kenya while promoting social and environmental responsibility.
Mr. Kariuki believes that energy access is a cornerstone of social equity and economic transformation. His investments in business exemplify this philosophy, combined with his commitment to sustainable development, and his unwavering dedication to Africa’s progress.
He is also a staunch advocate of public-private partnerships, seeing them as essential vehicles for delivering large-scale infrastructure that benefits both nations and communities. His leadership exemplifies the spirit of Pan-African partnership, economic empowerment, and visionary entrepreneurship.
Humphrey Kariuki is a visionary entrepreneur driven by a deep commitment to sustainable development across Africa. Through four foundational pillars: Energy, Conservation, Entrepreneurship, and Youth, he champions innovation, environmental stewardship, and inclusive growth to unlock Africa's full potential.
+ 700
People employed across more than 10 countries.
- Expand Access to Energy: Make energy more affordable and accessible across Africa, ensuring that communities can benefit from more affordable and cleaner more sustainable energy sources.
- Enhancing Hospitality Offerings: Develop eco-friendly resorts that provide exceptional experiences while minimizing environmental impact.
- Promoting Conservation Efforts: Support conservation initiatives, mainly the Mountain Bongo breeding and rewilding program at the Mount Kenya Wildlife Conservancy, to protect and preserve Africa’s unique wildlife and ecosystems.
Energy: Powering Sustainable Growth
Access to reliable, clean energy is essential to Africa’s transformation. Humphrey Kariuki envisions a continent where households, schools, and businesses are no longer held back by power shortages—but are instead driven forward by sustainable energy solutions.
Through his group of companies, which operate across Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, and Mozambique, and in partnership with licensed operators in South Sudan and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Humphrey is investing in renewable energy initiatives that empower communities, reduce environmental impact, and unlock economic growth across the region.
Key Initiatives:
- 105 MW Thermal Power Plant – Ndola, Zambia
- 40 MW Power Plant – Tanzania
- 24 MW Solar Plant – Kabulasoke, Uganda
- 500 kW Solar Rooftop – The Hub Karen, Kenya
- 53.5 million litres Fuel Depot – Zambia
- 4.5 million litres Fuel Depot – DRC
- CNG stations – Tanzania
- Jetty pipeline and tank farm refurbishment – Tanzania
Projects in Development:
- 250 MW Gas Power Plant – Nacala, Mozambique
- 200 MW Solar Power Plant – Ndola, Zambia
