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Sugar milling halts in Western Kenya as factories shut down over cane shortage
Sugar milling halts in Western Kenya as factories shut down over cane shortage
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 10, 2025

The affected factories include Mumias, Butali, and West Kenya in Kakamega County, Nzoia and Naitiri in Bungoma, as well as Busia Sugar Industry and Ol...

Ruto to Kalonzo: Sugar farmers’ bonus comes from profits, not Treasury
Ruto to Kalonzo: Sugar farmers’ bonus comes from profits, not Treasury
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 23, 2025

Kalonzo had on Wednesday demanded accountability from the government regarding the source of the funds.

New sugar levy brings hope to Kenyan farmers in troubled sector
New sugar levy brings hope to Kenyan farmers in troubled sector
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 02, 2024

The Sugar Act is expected to significantly benefit stakeholders and enhance the competitiveness of Kenya's sugar industry.

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