Mps slam gov’t over hasty decision, lack of public participation on sugar factories lease

Six Kisumu County Members of the National assembly have slammed the national government for hastily leasing out sugar factories without public participation and local stakeholders’ engagement. They have demanded immediate revocation of the 30-year lease of Muhoroni, Chemelil, and Miwani Sugar Mills through a Presidential Executive Order. By rejecting the opaque leasing, the legislators from…

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Cooperatives cabinet secretary, Wycliffe Oparanya/photo courtesy.

CS Oparanya backs leasing of state-owned sugar factories as new strategic managers take over

Cooperatives cabinet secretary, Wycliffe Oparanya, has strongly backed the government’s decision to lease state-owned sugar factories, saying the move is long overdue and critical to reviving a struggling sector. Speaking as the transition process officially began, Oparanya disclosed that most of the state-owned mills were in deep financial crisis, with many operating at a loss for…

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Agriculture CS Mutahi Kagwe have a taste of tea during the launch of International Tea day at Gitugi Tea Factory./photo by John Majau.

Kenya marks 2025 International Tea Day with bold vision for sustainability, market reforms 

The lush, rolling hills of Nyeri were alive with color and celebration as Gitugi Tea Factory played host to the national launch of International Tea Day 2025 on Friday. The event brought together top government officials, sector players, farmers, and international guests, reflecting the growing importance of tea in Kenya’s economy and the bold new…

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Agriculture and Livestock Development Cabinet Secretary, Mutahi Kagwe/photo courtesy

Agriculture CS issues an ultimatum to miraa traders, announces key reforms

Agriculture and Livestock Development Cabinet Secretary, Mutahi Kagwe, has issued a two week ultimatum to all miraa traders and exporters to comply with the government’s set minimum prices or face delisting. Speaking during a Farmers’ Day event in Meru, CS Kagwe warned that non-compliant traders will be required to reapply for licenses and clearly state…

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CS nominee Kagwe proposes consultative approach in livestock vaccination program

Cabinet Secretary Nominee Mutahi Kagwe (Agriculture and Livestock Development) has proposed a consultative approach in the livestock vaccination program. The former Health CS said the decision to vaccinate livestock ultimately lies with the owner. Experts will be involved to address misconceptions and provide facts. Speaking during the vetting exercise by the Committee on Appointments, Kagwe…

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