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Sotik Tea Company eyes global markets with fresh berry venture

Sacco ReviewOctober 19, 2026October 19, 202604 mins

Sotik Tea Company is stepping beyond its traditional tea business into fresh berry production, betting on agricultural diversification to open new export opportunities, create jobs and attract investment. The company unveiled Sotik Fresh Berries on Monday, October 19, 2026, marking a new chapter in its efforts to expand its agricultural portfolio and tap into growing…

KNCCI links Kisumu traders to global markets at Nyanza forum

Sacco ReviewSeptember 14, 202605 mins

KNCCI is linking Kisumu businesses to global markets. Leaders urged traders to focus on value addition and quality. Infrastructure upgrades are expected to boost regional trade. Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI) President Dr Eric Ruto has said it will continue linking members to various markets at all platforms. He noted that the…

SMEs urged to tap Chinese firms for global fashion reach

Sacco ReviewAugust 17, 202606 mins

Kenyan fashion SMEs have been urged to partner with Chinese firms to access global markets, technology and new business opportunities. Nearly 120 companies, including about 100 Chinese and 20 Kenyan firms, participated in the East Africa (Kenya) Fashion Life Show. Buyer supplier matchmaking sessions connected Kenyan businesses with Chinese manufacturers, distributors and investors to promote…

Kirinyaga farmers reject proposed 8 pc tea levy, demand direct export access

Sacco ReviewJune 4, 202604 mins

Tea farmers in Kirinyaga County have come out strongly against a proposed levy by the Tea Board of Kenya, describing it as punitive and ill‑timed. At an emergency meeting, growers warned that the new charge would worsen their already fragile economic situation and erode Kenya’s competitiveness in global markets. The protest was led by John…