Exporters tell government to tackle freight, energy costs
Sunripe Vertical Agro Managing Director Tiku Shah said escalating energy costs remain one of the biggest challenges facing exporters, particularly those operating under fixed supply contracts...
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Kenyan exporters have urged the government to address high energy prices, costly freight, and trade barriers that are hindering the country's export competitiveness.
- Exporters highlighted escalating energy costs and inefficient logistics as major challenges.
- Key organizations involved include the Ministry of Investments, Trade and Industry, Sunripe Vertical Agro, and Utake Coffee.
- Calls were made to shift focus from exporting raw materials to value-added products and to reduce bureaucratic delays.
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