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June 14, 2026
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Finance barriers hinder women-led dairy enterprises

Finance barriers hinder women-led dairy enterprises

Thousands of women driving Kenya’s dairy industry remain locked out of formal financing due to limited ownership of land and productive assets...

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A new report highlights that women driving Kenya's dairy industry face significant financial barriers, primarily due to limited land and asset ownership, hindering investment and growth in the sector.

  • 65% of women dairy farmers cite lack of collateral as their biggest obstacle to accessing credit.
  • The Kenya National Farmers’ Federation (KENAFF) commissioned the report, covering five leading dairy counties.
  • Despite controlling 82% of dairy income within households, women are excluded from owning productive assets and leadership roles, impacting food security and economic development.

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