Gulf Tensions Disrupt Kenya Tea Exports - March 2026

Kenya's vital tea sector is facing significant challenges due to escalating Gulf tensions, which are disrupting export routes and driving down prices at the Mombasa tea auction. A new Global Hunger Index report has revealed a high level of hunger in Kenya, highlighting the concerning state of food security within the country. Standard Chartered Kenya has reported a significant 40 percent drop in its net profit, falling to Sh12.4 billion for the fiscal year ending December 2023. The Kenyan government has announced a halt to the construction of NYS houses within Karura Forest after concerns were raised about the project's environmental impact.