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April 21, 2026
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Kenya Exports Hit by 10-Day Shipping Delays Amid Middle East War

Kenya Exports Hit by 10-Day Shipping Delays Amid Middle East War

Shipping delays of up to 20 days are now affecting Kenyan exports as global trade routes face continued disruption linked to U.S.-Iran war...

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Kenya's export sector is experiencing significant delays, with transit times doubling to 20 days, due to the ongoing war in the Middle East impacting key maritime and air cargo routes.

  • The disruptions affect key export markets and supply chains, particularly for time-sensitive goods like horticulture and coffee, leading to spoilage and reduced volumes in sectors like meat and dairy.
  • Trade Cabinet Secretary Lee Kinyanjui stated that approximately Ksh164.6 billion worth of Kenya’s annual exports to the Middle East are at risk.
  • Disruptions also impact access to Europe, Asia, and North America, and could reduce diaspora remittances from the over 400,000 Kenyans working in the Gulf.

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