Tea Board of Kenya Stories

Kenya, Iran form joint committee to resolve tea export ban within 60 days
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Aug 12, 2025

The goal is to resume exports to Iran before the end of the 60 days, reviving a vital market for Kenya’s tea farmers and exporters.

Government revokes licences of tea exporter accused of irregular trade with Iran
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Aug 01, 2025

The Ministry cited the company’s involvement in trade irregularities that have negatively affected Kenya’s tea exports to the Iranian market.

Government bans hawking of green tea to streamline industry
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 21, 2025

According to Mutai, the move is part of ongoing reforms aimed at making the sector more sustainable and profitable.

Government releases first batch of fertiliser ahead of short rains
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 20, 2024

The fertiliser is the first batch of 97,000 tonnes procured by the Kenya Tea Development Agency to support farmers.

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