Established in 1997, Beker PLC started its business importing and distributing pharmaceuticals and medical supplies throughout Ethiopia. The company quickly grew and became the leading pharmaceutical importer and distributor.
Beker derives its name from its founder and chairman Abubeker A. Ture. Beker launched its operation with just 3 employees and today, that number has grown to over 300 employees. With all its subsidiaries, the number is above 1,500.
Pharmaceuticals in Ethiopia have always been in short supply. Modern medicine is inaccessible to an overwhelming majority. When Beker started in 1997, there were no more than ten organizations involved in pharmaceuticals. With a large population and minimal
supply, healthcare is largely inaccessible. With affordability being the main challenge, Beker sought out manufacturers abroad that produce quality medicines while minimizing costs.
Milestones
1997
Mr. Abubeker A. Ture established Beker and launched operations with 3 employees.
2000
Beker signed a partnership with Bilim Pharmaceuticals.
2007
Beker headquarters moved to it’s current location in Lideta Sub City.
2012
Ture Cement Factory was constructed and started operations.
South Agro Industry begins production of fruits.
2015
Beker head office was renovated to be what it currently is.
2016
Beker signed a partnership with Mega We care.
2017
Beker began exporting sesame seeds.
Ture Cement expanded to the production of concrete poles.
20th Anniversary
Beker Celebrated it’s 20th anniversary in 2017.
2018
Beker started processing coffee.
2019
Beker signed a partnership with Novo Nordisk.
Beker Can Factory started operations.
KIS Charity Association was founded.
2020
Beker acquired Avante Water.
Beker signed a partnership with Abbott Nutrition.
2021
Soda Chlor Alkali production begins.
Han Plast cement bag manufacturing begins.
2022
Beker Recycling factory begins operations
Beker signed to start the production of Coal Mining.
2023
BEKER 25th Anniversary
Beker Celebrated its 25th Anniversary a year later due to Covid 19
2024
Beker has commenced the production of the Dawro Coal Mine