Pwani Oil board member Rajan Malde dies at 48

Business leader Rajan Rameshchandra Malde, a board member of Pwani Oil Products, has died at the age of 48.

In a joint statement, the boards and management of Pwani Oil Products, Trufoods Ltd, and Kartasi Ltd announced the passing of Mr. Malde on Friday, March 6, 2026, in Nairobi.

The companies described his death as a profound loss to the organisations, their employees, and the wider business community.

“Throughout his tenure, Mr. Malde demonstrated unwavering commitment, visionary leadership and a deep sense of purpose,” the statement read.

“His guidance helped shape the direction of our companies and his contributions will remain a lasting part of our institutional legacy.”

According to the funeral notice, the public will be allowed to pay their last respects on Sunday, March 8, 2026, from 12:30pm to 2pm at the Oshwal Centre on Ring Road in Parklands, Nairobi.

The funeral cortege will depart the venue at 2pm for a cremation ceremony at the Hindu Shamshan Bhumi Kariokor Crematorium, where cremation is scheduled to begin at 2:30pm.

A family meeting and prayers will later be held the same evening from 7pm to 8pm, again at the Oshwal Centre.

In their tribute, the companies said Mr. Malde leaves behind “a legacy of integrity, hard work and kindness,” noting that his impact as a leader and colleague will be remembered for years to come.

“Our thoughts and prayers are with his family during this most difficult time,” the statement added.