Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe warned that donor-funded agricultural projects are loans, not free money, and must deliver measurable impact for farmers and Kenya. He emphasized the need for well-structured, citizen-owned projects anchored in sound policy and national priorities.

• CS Kagwe stated that donor financing for agriculture projects must be treated as public debt, aligning with Kenya's agenda and producing results.
• He questioned procurement choices in project plans, such as buying basic items like ice cream makers and milk cans from countries like Poland, urging local sourcing and economic sense.
• The Governors Agriculture Committee Chair, Governor Kenneth Lusaka, and Governor Benjamin Cheboi (Baringo) supported strict compliance and prudent use of donor resources to ensure tangible benefits at the grassroots level.