Narendra Raval
Narendra Raval, often referred to as 'Guru', is a prominent Kenyan businessman known for his significant investments in the cement and construction sector. He is the founder and chairman of Devki Group, a conglomerate that operates in various industries including manufacturing, energy, and real estate. Raval has been involved in several high-profile projects in Kenya and has garnered attention for his philanthropic efforts, particularly in education and environmental conservation. Recently, he was mentioned in the news due to his alleged involvement in a controversial tree-planting initiative that raised questions about irregularities in its execution, particularly in relation to President William Ruto.
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Recent news mentions
Narendra Raval is the chairman of Devki Group and is leading the iron ore extraction project in Taita Taveta County.
Taita Taveta iron ore project on track after decades of wrangles
Kenya· 2026-02-02
The Tororo steel complex, owned by Kenyan industrialist Dr Narendra Raval’s Devki Group, currently employs more than 400 workers.
Ruto hails launch of Tororo steel plant in UgandaKenya· 2025-11-23
Kidai’s groups granted a 45-year lease of 14,500 acres to the cement tycoon Narendra Raval to extract iron ore for his plant.
Controversy over Sh11 billion steel plant project in Taita Taveta takes new twistKenya· 2025-07-04
Narendra Raval is the proprietor of Devki Steel Mills Limited and has significantly contributed to the scrap metal industry since 1998.
Stop importation of cheap scrap metal, dealers urge stateKenya· 2025-04-16
Narendra Raval is the Executive Chairman of the Devki Group of Companies and is perceived as having significant influence over government officials.
Man of steel: Devki boss' iron hold on Ruto's governmentKenya· 2025-04-11
Muturi further said that businessman Narendra Raval, a close associate of Ruto, pressured him to sign documents related to the Russian deal.
Muturi: 'Ruto is irredeemably corrupt and unfit for president'Kenya· 2025-04-04
