Duty-free maize imports to be allowed

Kenya is preparing to allow duty free maize imports from July, to compensate for the grain shortage which has caused the price of flour rise 30 percent in one month. The Agriculture Cabinet Secretary told millers in a private meeting ...Read More

Tags: duty, imports

Kenya to introduce one stop office for exporters

The government of Kenya intends to establish a one stop office for exporters, planning thereby to streamline policies in an effort to boost exports. Industry and Trade Cabinet Secretary Peter Munya says, the new agency will also help SMEs involved ...Read More

Tags: exports

Exports from Kenya to Europe Face Tariffs

Since October 1, Kenya has lost its free access to the European market as the East African Community (EAC) has failed to negotiate a free trade deal with the European Union (EU). Two-thirds of Kenyan exports face fresh tariffs, ranging ...Read More

Tags: exports

Freight companies famine aid

A group of companies in Luxembourg, including some offering air freight and logistics services have responded to an appeal by the Luxembourg Committee for UNICEF.  They are funding the transport costs by air of 105 tonnes of life-saving nutritional supplies ...Read More