From our founding in the 1950s to our current position as a diversified specialist in agriculture, trade and data intelligence across emerging markets.
Pamoja Group traces its roots to the 1950s, when it was established as RM Patel & Partners Ltd. What began as a focused enterprise in East Africa has evolved into a diversified, vertically integrated platform operating across agriculture mechanisation, large-scale cultivation, storage and logistics, agricultural data intelligence and industrials, with operations in Kenya, Uganda, the United Kingdom and the United Arab Emirates.
For over 70 years we have maintained a steadfast commitment to operational excellence, innovation and sustainable development. Our longevity is a testament to our ability to adapt to changing market dynamics while preserving the core values that define our enterprise: integrity, partnership, and a genuine commitment to the communities and environments where we operate.
Our operations span Kenya and Uganda in production, with strategic hubs in London for trade and partnerships, and Dubai for market access. Yet despite our reach, we remain deeply rooted in the markets that shaped us, understanding local dynamics and driving sustainable growth from the ground up.
The story of Pamoja Group is one of patient growth, generation after generation expanding the reach, depth and discipline of the platform.
Pamoja Group is established as RM Patel & Partners Ltd in East Africa, focused on agricultural services and mechanisation.
Operations expand across East Africa. The business builds long-term partnerships with global OEMs and broadens its service offering.
Under second-generation leadership, the Group deepens its mechanisation business and becomes a recognised force in regional agricultural and industrial development.
Strategic diversification into large-scale cultivation, trading and industrial sectors. Vertical integration begins to take shape.
A technology division is established to drive digital tools in agricultural efficiency, supply chain transparency and data-driven decision-making.
Himesh and Jayesh Patel found Terra Agri Solutions in Uganda. By the early 2020s the business has cultivated more than 32,000 acres in Northern Uganda.
Presnost is established in London as the Group's trade and market-access arm, bridging African production with global buyers.
Farmsphere is launched, an agricultural data intelligence platform born from Terra Agri's operational learnings on the ground in Uganda.
Four operating businesses, one platform. The Group continues to invest behind a long-duration thesis: production, processing, trade, and data, across emerging markets.
Pamoja's leadership combines deep institutional memory with the urgency of a new era for African agribusiness: capital discipline, ESG rigour, and digital operations.
Himesh leads strategy and operations across the Group. With deep roots in East African agriculture, he has overseen the expansion of RM Patel & Partners into one of the region's largest agriculture mechanisation businesses, and co-founded Terra Agri Solutions in 2019 to develop large-scale cultivation in Northern Uganda.
Jayesh leads commercial development and capital strategy for the Group. He has built Pamoja's institutional partnerships, led the founding of Terra Agri Solutions in Kampala, and established Presnost in the UK to provide global customers with structured access to Middle Eastern and African markets.
Tom brings a background across healthcare and private equity to the Group. He works closely with development finance institutions across both equity and debt capital markets to support the Group's long-term growth.
Three principles guide how the team approaches the next chapter of the Group.
The current generation of Pamoja Group leadership carries forward our heritage while charting an ambitious course toward sustainable, inclusive growth. Our vision is to become the most trusted partner for agriculture and industrial development across emerging markets, recognised for our commitment to excellence, environmental stewardship and community impact.
Third-generation leadership brings fresh perspectives while respecting our foundational values. We combine decades of institutional knowledge with contemporary best practices in sustainability, technology and governance. We recognise that creating lasting value requires balancing financial performance with environmental responsibility and positive community impact.
We are committed to building a Pamoja Group that thrives for generations to come. This means investing in sustainable agricultural practices, developing our people, adopting clean technologies, and maintaining the highest standards of business ethics. We measure success not just by profit, but by the positive impact we create across the economies, ecosystems and communities we serve.
Three values run through every decision, from how we negotiate an offtake contract to how we restore a depleted field.
We conduct all business with transparency, honesty, and ethical standards. Integrity is not merely a value, it is the foundation upon which trust with partners, employees and communities is built. We honour our commitments and take responsibility for our actions.
We believe that sustainable growth is achieved through collaboration. We work as genuine partners with stakeholders across our value chains: suppliers, customers, communities and institutions. Our success is intertwined with the success of those we work alongside.
We are committed to creating positive environmental and social impact alongside economic value. Sustainable agriculture, responsible resource management and community development are integral to our business model, not afterthoughts.
Whether you are interested in strategic partnerships, supplier relationships or commercial opportunities, our team is ready to talk.
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