
D&S Kitui, in collaboration with humanitarian NGO partners, successfully designed, supplied and installed two solar-powered, containerised Reverse Osmosis (RO) water treatment plants in remote areas of Kitui County, where water scarcity remains a major challenge.

The D&S FLO App continues to transform how customers access water and energy solutions through an innovative, convenient and user-friendly digital platform. The latest Version 5 introduces AI-powered search, an updated Product Manual, a Borehole Module with package discounts, Connect technician services, Daylipa Haba instalment payments and secure card payments with instant reconciliation.

D&S Uganda marked a major milestone with the groundbreaking of its new headquarters and warehouse at Namanve Industrial Park, signalling an exciting new phase in the company's growth and development. As D&S Uganda approaches its 30th anniversary, the investment reflects its continued expansion and long-term commitment to the Ugandan market. The modern facility will strengthen operational and warehousing capacity, improve product availability, streamline distribution and enhance customer service across Uganda and the wider region.

The 2027 Davis & Shirtliff Product Manual, now in its 17th edition, continues to set the benchmark as a trusted reference for water and energy solutions across the region. Featuring 107 new and updated product data sheets, the latest edition reflects D&S's expanding product portfolio and commitment to providing innovative, reliable solutions that meet evolving customer needs. Combining comprehensive product information with valuable technical guidance, the Manual remains an essential resource for customers, industry professionals and partners. Available in print, online and through the D&S FLO App, it reinforces D&S's commitment to technical excellence, product innovation and making water and energy solutions more accessible across its markets.

The last quarter of the D&S year is always a busy time as we settle after the holiday season and focus on planning for the year ahead. Traditionally the key event is the Group Annual Conference when all senior managers gather to review the past year and formulate the coming one’s priorities. This year the theme is ‘Managing the Future’ reflecting both the opportunities, notably through AI and the digital space, and the various challenges the Group faces and there was wide debate about 2027's priorities, which then guide the departmental planning process. Keynote speaker was new Director Richard Njoroge who gave a most informative perspective on the challenges all businesses face, particularly the ever complicating compliance environment and the changing regional and geopolitical climate.

D&S has successfully delivered a turnkey water infrastructure and treatment solution for a major 200MWp solar power plant in Zambia, demonstrating the Group’s capacity to execute complex, large-scale infrastructure projects. Designed to meet demanding operational requirements, the solution incorporates a fully automated water treatment system that consistently produces the high-quality water required for solar panel cleaning.

A 10-acre drip irrigation system has been successfully installed for commercial onion farming in Oloitokitok, featuring 20 irrigation zones and three drip lines per planting bed to provide precise and efficient water delivery for optimum crop performance.