Our Company Background

Welcome to Shankar Electronics

Shankar Electronics Ltd.’s primary aim is to maintain its position in the field of air conditioning and audio visual equipment and TV systems for both domestic and commercial customers.

Shankar Electronics Ltd. (Shankar) was established in Kenya in 1970 as an electronics and household appliances dealer. From its humble beginning Shankar established itself in the field as the leading retailer with a proven track record of providing after sales service. Shankar offers a diverse range of services from retail and domestic services, to commercial and industrial projects.

Shankar’s Journey

Year 1972

Successfully installed the first piped music system for Hotels at Reef Hotel and Severin Sea Lodge.

Year 1977

Successfully installed the first MATV System in Kenya at Leisure Lodge Club, Diani.

Year 1986

Launched the rental and lease of air conditioners to the hotel industry, Alliance Hotels, Diani.

Year 2004

Successfully installed the largest chilled water central air conditioning system from AERMEC (Italy) in Kilifi at the Kemri / Welcome Trust Research Laboratories. Also installed Audio Visual Equipment for the Seminar Rooms.

Year 2009

Established associate company, Shankar Electronics in Kigali, Rwanda. Installed GENERAL Airstage VRF multi air conditioning system as well as the TV, music, audio visual and Fire Alarm System at Serena Kigali Hotel. Rwanda. Installed GENERAL Airstage VRF multi air conditioning system for first call Centre in Nairobi, Horizon Contact Centre.

Year 2011

Launched SAMSUNG Brand Shop and Customer Care Centre in Mombasa. Signed contract for air-conditioning and ventilation installation for most prestigious new development English Point Marina, Mombasa, the largest SAMSUNG DVM System Air Conditioning in Africa.

Year 2013

Appointed as Multichoice (K) Ltd. Super Dealer for Mombasa, South Coast, Voi and Taita Taveta for distribution of Multichoice products including DSTV, GoTV, DSTV Mobile, and GoTV Mobile to dealers within the region. Signed Contract for the supply and installation of kitchen solution equipment for One West Park, Nairobi.

Year 2014

Signed Contract for the supply and installation of Samsung DVM System AC for Hotel Ihusi in Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo. Appointed LG Electronics Preferred Dealer for System/Commercial Air Conditioners for distribution, sales, installation and service in Kenya.

Trusted Brands

We have worked and sold products and services for industry leaders and customers recognize Shankar Electronics as one of the most trust worthy retail companies in the Kenya, ranking high for both customer and employee satisfaction.