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August 23, 2026 · Industry Watch

Kenya Sugar Prices Rise Amid Production Boom

Retail costs for sugar in Kenya are climbing even as mills report record output for the first half of the year.

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Consumers in Kenya are facing higher costs for sugar despite a significant surge in domestic supply. Recent data indicates that mill production reached record levels during the first half of the year.

According to Food Business Africa, there is a notable disconnect between the stronger output from mills and the prices being paid at the retail level. This trend suggests that increased production is not currently translating into lower costs for the general public.

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