
KENYA – Lato Milk has been ranked 8th among Kenya’s Most Chosen Brands in Brand Footprint 2026 by Worldpanel by Numerator.
According to the company, this recognition is more than a ranking. It reflects the trust, preference and everyday choices of Kenyan consumers who continue to make Lato part of their homes and families.
“A sincere thank you to our consumers, dairy farmers, distributors, retail partners and the entire Lato team for making this milestone possible. We remain committed to delivering quality, nourishment and value every day.”
The ranking comes after the company was recognised as the Platinum Winner – Best Dairy Products Brand in Uganda at the Business Excellence Awards 2026.
This award celebrates Lato’s commitment to quality, innovation, and consumer trust. Over the years, the brand has consistently delivered fresh milk, yogurt, butter, and powdered milk products that meet international standards while remaining affordable and accessible to Ugandan families.
The recognition also highlights Lato’s investment in farmer partnerships, modern processing facilities, and nutritional innovation, ensuring that every product reflects both excellence and sustainability.
The Business Excellence Awards are designed to honour companies that demonstrate outstanding performance, leadership, and impact in their sectors.
Following the success of the 2025 edition, which attracted significant participation across a wide range of sectors, the Business Excellence Awards 2026 strengthened its position as one of Uganda’s leading consumer-driven and research-backed recognition platforms.
The company has been at the forefront of partnerships. In 2025, it signed an MoU with Marubeni Corporation at the ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD-9) to explore potential investments and partnerships for expanding its dairy businesses in Uganda and Kenya.
The initiative is grounded in a shared commitment to enhancing food security, supporting local farmers, and expanding access to high-quality nutrition throughout the region.
By leveraging Marubeni’s global expertise and resources alongside local knowledge and infrastructure, the partnership aspires to create sustainable growth in the dairy sector—enhancing livelihoods and contributing to long-term resilience in East Africa’s food systems
Under the theme “Co-create Innovative Solutions with Africa, TICAD-9 emphasized mutual investment, innovation, and inclusive growth.
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