How Middle East conflict threatens Kenya's Sh164b export earnings

Air cargo delays of up to two days and rising freight costs have further strained exporters...

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Kenya's export earnings are at risk due to the escalating Middle East conflict, with potential losses reaching billions.

Kenya could lose up to Sh164.6 billion in annual export earnings from its Gulf trade.
Trade Cabinet Secretary Lee Kinyanjui issued the warning, highlighting disruptions to logistics and trade flows.
Key Kenyan exports like flowers, tea, meat, dairy, and apparel are being affected by the ongoing instability in the region.

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