Kenya tea exports hit by Iran conflict as stocks pile up
The war has led to widespread disruption to global shipping...
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Kenya's tea exports are facing significant disruptions due to the conflict in the Middle East, with approximately 8 million kilograms of tea currently held up in Mombasa warehouses. This situation is leading to substantial weekly financial losses.
- Estimated losses amount to $8 million per week.
- The East Africa Tea Traders Association, led by managing director George Omuga, is vocal about the impact.
- The conflict affects a major market share, with the Middle East and Pakistan accounting for 65% of Kenyan tea exports.
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Kenya tea exports hit by Iran conflict as stocks pile up - April 2026
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