Mudavadi assures tea farmers government to address sector challenges

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Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi admire tea at Mudete Tea Factory, Vihiga on July 22, 2026. [Brian Kisanji, Standard]

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has assured tea farmers that the government is committed to addressing the challenges facing Kenya's tea industry.

Mudavadi urged growers to remain patient and continue investing in tea production as reforms are pursued to strengthen the sector.

Speaking during a visit to Mudete Tea Factory in Vihiga County, Mudavadi acknowledged concerns raised by farmers and factory management over high taxation, poor road infrastructure, fluctuating global tea prices, pests and diseases.

Mudavadi assures tea farmers government to address sector challenges

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