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He highlights challenges in coffee and sugar production, education, and trade, arguing that market forces often work against African farmers. Ojwang emphasizes using local value addition, legislation, and diaspora expertise to drive sustainable development and self-sufficiency.
Kagwe said the government has engaged widely with stakeholders and is committed to presenting the proposed changes without delay. The reforms are intended to improve governance, ensure transparency, and enhance benefits for farmers and workers alike.
In 2025, the government leased the four state-owned mills to private investors as part of efforts to revive the sugar industry and attract fresh capital. The reform plan included a commitment to clear salary arrears and benefits for workers before and during the transition, but unions say these commitments have not been fully honoured.
Kenya Sugar Board Chairperson Nicholas Gumbo urged millers and other stakeholders to embrace serious reforms, adopt modern technologies, and put farmers at the center of all industry decisions if Kenya is to restore stability and competitiveness.