Food Crisis Kenya
IWMI calls for data-driven solutions to address water, climate challenges
The International Water Management Institute is calling for urgent, data-driven solutions to address the growing challenges of water scarcity and climate change.
Kenya to import over 5m bags of yellow maize after unga prices skyrocket
Kenya is set to import over five million bags of yellow maize in response to a sharp surge in prices of unga (maize flour), which has strained household budgets.
Kenya's inflation rises to 3.6% in March as prices of unga, electricity increase
Kenya's inflation rate rose to 3.6% in March, up from 3.3% in February, driven by higher electricity costs and rising food prices. The cost of unga went up.
Trans Nzioa: Hired goons attack Citizen TV reporter investigating fertiliser scandal
Collins Shitiebayi was assaulted by suspected cartel goons while probing illegal resale of subsidised fertiliser at National Cereals and Produce Board silos.
Kenyan millers raise concerns over high operation costs, warn of soaring food prices
Kenya Association of Manufactures (KAM) in partnership with cereal millers in the country issued recommendations for the government to lower the cost of production.
Kenya's agriculture ministry reviews maize seed prices after uproar from farmers, merchants
The Ministry of Agriculture has announced that it will maintain last year's maize seed prices following widespread concerns from farmers and merchants after a hike.
Kenya's inflation rises to 3.5% in February driven by increase in sugar, cooking oil prices
Kenya's inflation rate climbed to 3.5% in February, driven by rising sugar and cooking oil prices. The surge in household commodities put pressure on consumers.
Kenya's inflation rises to 3.3% in January 2025 as prices of Cabbages, tomatoes increase
Kenya's inflation rate has risen to 3.3% in January 2025, driven by a notable increase in the prices of staple foods, including cabbages and tomatoes.
Kenya's poverty rate stands at 39.8% as 20m Kenyans struggle to put food on table
Kenya faces a pressing challenge as 39.8% of its population lives below the poverty line, translating to nearly 20m people struggling to afford basic necessities.
Food Crisis Kenya
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