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July 29, 2026
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PS Kiprono Rono Bans Sugar Imports, Says Kenya Can Meet Local Demand

PS Kiprono Rono Bans Sugar Imports, Says Kenya Can Meet Local Demand

The move, announced on Wednesday, is aimed at protecting local sugarcane farmers, boosting the local sugar industry and reducing reliance on imported sugar...

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Kenya has banned sugar imports by local sugar milling companies as the country is now capable of meeting its domestic demand. Agriculture Principal Secretary Kiprono Rono announced the ban on Wednesday, July 29th, 2026.

  • Monthly sugar production has doubled from approximately 40,000 to over 80,000 metric tonnes.
  • The ban aims to protect local sugarcane farmers and boost the domestic sugar industry.
  • Millers are now required by law to pay farmers within five days of sugarcane delivery.

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