A fire erupted at Ngere Tea Factory in Gatanga, Murang'a County, on the night of Monday, September 1. The Kenya Tea Development Agency Management Services (KTDA MS) confirmed the blaze, which started near the factory's sorting area, assuring that no injuries or fatalities occurred.

• The fire was swiftly contained by first responders from the Ngere area, alongside the Murang'a County and Thika fire brigades.
• KTDA MS confirmed the factory remains operational, with a technical team assessing the cause and extent of the damage.
• KTDA MS committed to safeguarding farmers' interests and providing ongoing updates during restoration efforts.