Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has pledged the government's commitment to dismantle cartels in the tea sector to boost farmer bonuses, following a year of depressed payments despite industry growth. Speaking in Kericho County, Kindiki emphasized a robust strategy similar to efforts in the sugar sector to ensure farmers receive their rightful earnings.

• The tea sector's earnings grew from Sh138 billion in 2023 to Sh215 billion in 2024.
• The Deputy President committed to improving governance and transparency within KTDA factories, increasing sales and marketing, and diversifying tea products.
• Ongoing development initiatives in Kericho County include Sh16.7 billion for affordable housing and markets, Sh1.3 billion for the Last Mile Electricity programme connecting over 14,000 new households, and Sh8 billion for the construction of Kericho Teaching and Referral Hospital.