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April 20, 2026
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Manufacturers warn of price hikes as Hormuz crisis disrupts imports
NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 20 - Escalating tensions in the Middle East, particularly the Iran conflict, have triggered a severe disruption in global maritime Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today |..
✨ Key Highlights
Kenya's manufacturing sector faces significant disruptions and potential price hikes due to escalating Middle East tensions and the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.
- Over 78.6% of firms have been affected, with freight costs rising by more than 30%.
- The Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM), represented by its CEO Tobias Olando, is warning of inevitable price increases for consumers.
- Key imported raw materials like aluminum ingots, industrial chemicals, and plastics are severely impacted, with delivery timelines nearly doubling.
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