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The Kenyan government has confirmed that all outstanding payments to Mwea rice farmers have been fully settled, aligning with an agreement between farmers and the Kenya National Trading Corporation (KNTC). This was announced by Mwea Rice Growers Multipurpose Co-operative Society Managing Director Anthony Waweru. At the same time, a delegation of Chinese investors is visiting Kenya to explore investment opportunities in the country’s agricultural sector, emphasizing boosting food security. However, the Institute of Public Finance (IPF), a Kenyan think tank, has issued a warning that reduced funding for the agricultural sector could impede its growth. Separately, regulators have assured that Kenya's sugar supply is secure despite a challenging production period beginning in 2025.
