June 11
Kenya: Finance Barriers Stifle Growth of Women-Led Dairy Enterprises
Thousands of women driving Kenya's dairy industry remain locked out of formal financing due to limited ownership of land and productive assets, constraining investment and growth… Read more »
June 09
Kenya: Murang'a Farmers Oppose Proposed 0.8pc Tea Export Levy
Tea farmers in Murang'a County have opposed a proposed 0.8 percent levy on tea exports, arguing that the additional charge could reduce the competitiveness of Kenyan tea in… Read more »
June 08
Kenya: Kagwe Pushes for Tougher Action Against Fake Farm Inputs
Kenya has called for stricter global standards on agricultural chemicals and stronger action against counterfeit farm inputs, warning that the continued circulation of substandard… Read more »
May 29
Kenya: A Tobacco-Free World Is Possible If We Let Smokers Escape
Every World No Tobacco Day, we renew our commitment to ending the devastating toll of smoking. Read more »
May 26
Kenya: CS Mbadi Says State House Budget Too Small to Fund Education, Backs Agriculture Reforms
National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has defended the State House budget allocation, saying the amount is too small to significantly support major sectors such as… Read more »
Kenya: Equity, MSC Launch Fisheries Financing Drive Targeting Women, Youth
Equity Group Holdings and MicroSave Consulting have launched a new initiative aimed at improving access to financing, reducing post-harvest losses and enhancing productivity in… Read more »
May 22
Africa: Africa Urged to Fix Logistics Gaps to Unlock Markets for Smallholder Farmers
Agricultural experts, lenders and corporate executives are calling for increased investment in rural logistics and transport systems across Africa, warning that weak infrastructure… Read more »
May 21
Kenya: Kakuzi Bets On Diversification As Avocado Profits Nearly Double Amid Global Risks
Listed agribusiness firm Kakuzi is accelerating its global diversification strategy and expanding into higher-value export products as it seeks to cushion itself from rising… Read more »
May 15
Kenya: Tea Board Defends New Export Levy Amid Industry Pushback
The Tea Board of Kenya has defended the newly introduced tea export levy, saying the charge will help finance market diversification, infrastructure development and value addition… Read more »
May 13
Africa: Africa Forward Summit 2026 Declaration Prioritizes Agriculture and Health Systems
The Africa Forward Summit 2026 Declaration has outlined expanded commitments on agricultural transformation, food security, and resilient health systems as African and French… Read more »
May 11
Kenya: Kenyan Tea Farmers Secure Global Market Access in France Deal
Kenyan specialty tea farmers are set to access premium international markets following a new export and marketing agreement involving French tea company Palais des Thés,… Read more »
May 07
Kenya: Livestock Farmers Push for Ban On South African Beef Imports
The Livestock Association of Kenya is calling on the government to suspend beef imports from South Africa following a surge in Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) outbreaks in the… Read more »
May 05
East Africa: IGAD Unveils Regional Youth Coalition to Shape Climate Policy, Drive Climate-Resilient Agriculture
A new regional youth-driven platform aimed at tackling climate change and strengthening food systems in Eastern Africa has been officially launched in Nairobi, marking a key step… Read more »
April 12
Kenya: Agriculture CS Kagwe Tops 2026 CS Rankings As Survey Reveals Cabinet Performance
Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe has emerged as the best-performing member of President William Ruto's Cabinet, according to a new nationwide survey that ranks ministries… Read more »
April 03
Kenya: Kenya Tea Earnings Hit Sh218.79bn As Exports Grow
Kenya's tea industry recorded a strong recovery in 2025, posting Sh218.79 billion in total marketed value, driven by reforms, market expansion, and improved earnings for farmers. Read more »
March 25
Kenya: Kenya Secures Sh376.2bn Agriculture, Manufacturing and ICT Investment Deals
President William Ruto has unveiled more than $2.9 billion (Sh376.2 billion) in 20 investment deals that will create 63,000 quality jobs for Kenyans. Read more »
March 20
Kenya: Govt Pledges Deeper Industry Partnerships to Unlock Growth in Flower Exports
The government has reaffirmed its commitment to work closely with industry players to address policy, regulatory and logistical bottlenecks in the floriculture sector, as part of… Read more »
March 19
Kenya: Government Inject 3.5 Billion Shillings to Revamp Tea Sector
Tea farmers have a reason to smile after the government inject 3.5 billion Shillings to refurbish tea industries to meet the international standard and also enable them do value… Read more »
Kenya: No Cause of Alarm Over Fertilizer Shortage - Agriculture PS
Agriculture Principal Secretary Kiprono Rono has assured farmers that there is no cause for alarm on fertilizer shortage as the government had procured enough fertilizer for the… Read more »
February 19
East Africa: Bayer East Africa Launches Campaign Against Fake Seeds to Boost Food Security
Bayer East Africa has urged farmers nationwide to avoid purchasing counterfeit seeds this planting season, warning that uncertified seeds undermine food security and threaten… Read more »
February 13
Kenya: CFAO Kenya Opens New Farm Machinery Showroom in Mombasa
CFAO Kenya has opened a new Case IH agricultural machinery showroom at Mnazi Mmoja in Mombasa, marking a major investment in farm equipment in the coastal region. Read more »
February 12
Kenya: Youth Fund Offers Up to Sh2mn Loans to Boost Youth Agribusiness in Nakuru
Youth Enterprise Development Fund (YEDF) Acting Chief Executive Officer Benedict Atavachi has urged young people to invest in agribusiness, describing the sector as a high-return… Read more »
Kenya: Kindiki Leads Drought Response As Govt Expands Fertiliser Distribution
Kenya's drought response is now shifting firmly to the ground, with the Government scaling up emergency food distribution even as it prepares farmers for the upcoming long rains… Read more »
February 10
Kenya: Cabinet Approves Sh4.1bn for Drought Relief Across Affected Regions
The Cabinet has approved the release of Sh4.1 billion to scale up interventions aimed at alleviating the worsening drought conditions in several parts of the country. Read more »
February 05
Kenya: Kericho, Bomet Farmers Face Flat Pay Amid Tea Market Slump
Tea factory boards in Region Five, covering Kericho and Bomet counties, have resolved to maintain the current monthly green leaf payment rate of Sh23 per kilogram, citing weak… Read more »
