Uncertainty over Kenya’s tea exports as Iran war rages on

The Middle East is historically one of the largest markets for Kenyan tea and livestock products...

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Kenya's vital tea export market faces significant uncertainty due to the escalating conflict in the Middle East, which threatens supply chains and payment flows.

Kenya could lose over 20% of its Middle East export market, with potential disruptions to exports to Pakistan.
The East African Trade Association (EATA), through its Managing Director George Omuga, warns of logistical cost hikes and depressed demand at the Mombasa Tea auction.
In 2024, Kenya exported 13 million kilogrammes of tea to Iran valued at $32.8 million (Sh4.2billion).

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